Serving 847 students in grades 6-8, Cope Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 847 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cope Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Cope Middle School's student population of 847 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
847 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cope Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cope Middle School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#325 out of 1251 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
14%
11%
Black
42%
41%
White
37%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cope Middle School's ranking?
Cope Middle School is ranked #325 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Cope Middle School often compared to?
Cope Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenacres Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Cope Middle School?
847 students attend Cope Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Cope Middle School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cope Middle School?
Cope Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cope Middle School offer ?
Cope Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cope Middle School part of?
Cope Middle School is part of Bossier Parish School District.
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