Best Schools in Cowen, West Virginia
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Glade Elementary School
Elementary · Webster County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$74,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$74,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Cowen
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Glade Elementary School | 5.6 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.6/10
- Median household income
- $39,955
- Median home value
- $74,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 9%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Cowen compares
Median household income
$40k
69% of West Virginia median
About Schools in Cowen, West Virginia
Cowen, West Virginia is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 5.6 out of 10, schools in Cowen show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Cowen is Glade Elementary School with a composite score of 5.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Cowen is served by 1 school district: WEBSTER COUNTY SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 1,118 students.
Cowen's community shows 9% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $39,955. The poverty rate in the area is 26.5%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 350 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.6 |
Schools in Cowen
Cowen, West Virginia · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$39,955
Median Home Value
$74,600
Median Rent
$675/mo
Population
2,797
College Educated
9%
Homeownership
77%
Poverty Rate
26.5%
Community Profile
Cowen has a median household income of $39,955. It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $74,600, with a median rent of $675/month. The area has a poverty rate of 26.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Cowen, West Virginia
How many schools are in Cowen, West Virginia?
Cowen has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Cowen, West Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Cowen is 5.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Cowen, West Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Cowen on MySchoolScout is Glade Elementary School with a composite score of 5.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Cowen, West Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Cowen on MySchoolScout is Glade Elementary School with a composite score of 5.6/10.
How many school districts serve Cowen, West Virginia?
Cowen is served by 1 school district: Webster County Schools.
What is the education level in Cowen, West Virginia?
According to Census data, 9% of adults in Cowen have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Cowen, West Virginia?
The median household income in Cowen is approximately $39,955 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Cowen, West Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cowen is 14.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Cowen, West Virginia?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, West Virginia Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.