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Cowan Elementary

Austin ISD · Travis County · 2817 KENTISH DR, Austin, TX 78748

(512)841-2700

8/10
#943
Rank 943 out of 4,678
Top 20%
English Language Arts9/10 · #768 · 84th percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #1407 · 70th percentile
Science9/10 · #676 · 83rd percentile

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School Overview

Tucked into the family-friendly neighborhoods of South Austin near the 78748 zip code, Cowan Elementary stands out as a solid academic choice in a part of the city that's grown quickly but managed to hold onto its laid-back, community feel. The school's strong English and Science scores make it especially appealing to families who want rigorous fundamentals without the pressure-cooker atmosphere of some higher-profile Austin campuses. It's the kind of school that fits well with South Austin's mix of longtime locals and newer arrivals who want good public education close to parks, trails, and all the quirky charm that makes this corner of the city so livable.

Student Demographics

229 students tested · 2023-24 school year

Ethnicity

White
111 (48%)
Hispanic
90 (39%)
Asian
16 (7%)
Other
12 (5%)

Key Indicators

English Learners14 (6%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged77 (34%)
Students with Disabilities61 (27%)

Staff & Teachers(2023-24)

545
Enrollment
42
Teachers (FTE)
13:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)