Excellent
#295 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 3% in state
Cowan Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
7615 Cowan Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90045
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#295 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#30 of 563
public schools
In district
#36 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Cowan Avenue Elementary
Cowan Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Cowan Avenue Elementary serves approximately 391 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Cowan Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #295 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cowan Avenue Elementary show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Cowan Avenue Elementary — Students at Cowan Avenue Elementary score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How Cowan Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Cowan Avenue Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
7615 Cowan Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90045
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cowan Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kentwood Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is WISH Community (rated 8.9/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Playa del Rey Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Culver City), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Orville Wright Engineering and Design Magnet Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| WISH Community Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | 8.9 |
| WESTCHESTER LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Westchester Lutheran School Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | — |
| Kentwood Elementary Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Playa del Rey Elementary Culver City | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Argo Navis School Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | — |
| Visitation Elementary Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | — |
| VISITATION SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Westport Heights Elementary Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| WESTSIDE NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Westside Neighborhood School Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF CULVER CITY Culver City | 1.2 mi | — |
| Playa Vista Elementary Playa Vista | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| El Marino Elementary Culver City | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Goethe International Charter Los Angeles | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| PACIFICA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Culver City | 1.2 mi | — |
| Carousel Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | — |
| Loyola Village Fine And Performing Arts Magnet Los Angeles | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Marina del Rey Middle Los Angeles | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90045 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,577
Median Home Value
$1,322,700
Median Rent
$2,909/mo
Population
42,352
College Educated
64%
Homeownership
47.1%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
36.2
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| Dahlia Heights Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 9.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cowan Avenue Elementary
What grades does Cowan Avenue Elementary serve?
Cowan Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Cowan Avenue Elementary?
Cowan Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 391 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cowan Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cowan Avenue Elementary is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cowan Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Cowan Avenue Elementary ranks #295 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cowan Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cowan Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cowan Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cowan Avenue Elementary has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cowan Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Cowan Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cowan Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cowan Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cowan Avenue Elementary?
59.6% of students at Cowan Avenue Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 391
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.9%
- Phone
- (310) 645-1973
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #36 of 769
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