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 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cowan Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
407 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cowan Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#1733 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
1%
Asian
(21-22)1%
12%
Hispanic
(21-22)15%
56%
Black
(21-22)72%
5%
White
(21-22)3%
21%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)9%
5%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
50%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cowan Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Cowan Avenue Elementary School is ranked #1733 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% 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 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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