Serving 407 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Cowan Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69%
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cowan Avenue Elementary School's student population of 407 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
407 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cowan Avenue Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-74%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
72%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Cowan Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Cowan Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kentwood Elementary School, Wish Community by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Cowan Avenue Elementary School?
407 students attend Cowan Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Cowan Avenue Elementary School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cowan Avenue Elementary School?
Cowan Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cowan Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Cowan Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Cowan Avenue Elementary School part of?
Cowan Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Cowan Avenue Elementary School located?
Cowan Avenue Elementary School is located in the Westchester neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Westchester.
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Date
LAST DAY OF INSTRUCTION
June 11, 2024 (Tuesday)
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