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Cowan Avenue Elementary

Los Angeles Unified · Los Angeles County · 7615 Cowan Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90045-1206

(310) 645-1973 · www.cowantigers.org

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8/10
#1706
Rank 1706 out of 5,722
Top 30%
English Language Arts8/10 · #1568 · 73rd percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #1430 · 75th percentile
Science6/10 · #2604 · 54th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the Westchester neighborhood near LAX, Cowan Avenue Elementary draws families who love the laid-back, community feel of this often-overlooked corner of Los Angeles. Academically solid with strong English and Math scores well above the state midpoint, it's a good fit for families who want a dependable neighborhood school without the frenzy of some higher-profile Westside communities. The surrounding area has a real suburban rhythm to it — tree-lined streets, easy beach access, and a tight-knit vibe that makes it feel more like a small town than a sprawling city.

Student Demographics

188 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

African American
134 (71%)
Hispanic
29 (15%)
Multiple Races
16 (9%)
Other
9 (5%)

Key Indicators

English Learners4 (2%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged122 (65%)
Students with Disabilities25 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

377
Enrollment
21
Teachers (FTE)
18:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
18.1
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs9/10 · #620 · 90th percentile

258 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found