Serving 546 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cowan Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cowan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cowan Elementary School's student population of 546 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Cowan Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cowan Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1190 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
40%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
47%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cowan Elementary School's ranking?
Cowan Elementary School is ranked #1190 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Cowan Elementary School often compared to?
Cowan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kocurek Elementary School, Baranoff Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Cowan Elementary School?
546 students attend Cowan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Cowan Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cowan Elementary School?
Cowan Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cowan Elementary School offer ?
Cowan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cowan Elementary School part of?
Cowan Elementary School is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Cowan Elementary School located?
Cowan Elementary School is located in the South Austin neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 15 other public schools located in South Austin.
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