Edna Karr High School
Home of the Cougars
Algiers, New Orleans • Established 1964
About the School
Edna Karr opened in 1964 as a junior high in Algiers and was named for a beloved local educator. It became a junior/senior magnet in 1990 and graduated its first senior class in 1993. Today it is a college-prep charter under InspireNOLA.
The Cougars are known citywide for championship football and a celebrated marching band, “#TeamBustEmUp,” which has performed in London and appeared in Beyoncé’s Lemonade.
The Cougars are known citywide for championship football and a celebrated marching band, “#TeamBustEmUp,” which has performed in London and appeared in Beyoncé’s Lemonade.
Quick Facts
Founded: 1964
Mascot: Cougars
Location: Algiers, New Orleans
Known for: Championship football & the “#TeamBustEmUp” band
Status: Active charter high school
Mascot: Cougars
Location: Algiers, New Orleans
Known for: Championship football & the “#TeamBustEmUp” band
Status: Active charter high school
Reunion News & Alumni
Karr Cougars stay connected. Follow the school’s alumni channels for reunion dates and class news — and check back here for updates.
