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#1554 of 1,992 schools in MN
Cowern Elementary
Elementary School · North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale
2131 N MARGARET ST, North Saint Paul, MN 55109
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,554 of 1,992
In North Saint Paul
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#9 of 15
North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Cowern Elementary
Cowern Elementary is a public elementary school in North Saint Paul, MN, part of North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale. Cowern Elementary serves approximately 397 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio.
Cowern Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,554 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for Cowern Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Cowern Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Cowern Elementary — Students at Cowern Elementary score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.6/10.
How Cowern Elementary Compares
See how Cowern 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
2131 N MARGARET ST, North Saint Paul, MN 55109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cowern Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Justice Alan Page Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Maplewood), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PETER CATHOLIC (rated 6.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in North Saint Paul, see our North Saint Paul schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lionsgate Academy AIM North Saint Paul | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| The Next Step North Saint Paul | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| North Metro Flex Academy North Saint Paul | 0.6 mi | 3.4 |
| North Metro Flex Middle School North Saint Paul | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Justice Alan Page Elementary School Maplewood | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| 622 ALTERNATIVE MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL North Saint Paul | 0.7 mi | — |
| 622 Online High School North Saint Paul | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| NORTH SENIOR HIGH North Saint Paul | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| HILL MURRAY SCHOOL Saint Paul | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| ST PETER CATHOLIC North Saint Paul | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| RICHARDSON ELEMENTARY North Saint Paul | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL North Saint Paul | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| MOUNDS PARK ACADEMY Saint Paul | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| CASTLE ELEMENTARY Oakdale | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Harmony Learning Center Maplewood | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| 916 MAHTOMEDI ACADEMY White Bear Lake | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION Maplewood | 2.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Beaver Lake Voluntary Pre-K Maplewood | 2.2 mi | — |
| Passages Transition Program Mahtomedi | 2.2 mi | — |
| PrairieCare Maplewood Maplewood | 2.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,759
Median Home Value
$291,200
Median Rent
$1,316/mo
Population
34,266
College Educated
30.7%
Homeownership
65.1%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
36.8
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|---|---|
| ADAMS ELEMENTARY Coon Rapids, MN | 5.1 |
| AFTON-LAKELAND ELEMENTARY Lakeland, MN | 5.1 |
| ALICE SMITH ELEMENTARY Hopkins, MN | 5.1 |
| East Bethel Elementary School Cedar, MN | 5.1 |
| FIT Academy Apple Valley, MN | 5.1 |
| HIDDEN VALLEY ELEMENTARY Savage, MN | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cowern Elementary
What grades does Cowern Elementary serve?
Cowern Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cowern Elementary?
Cowern Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 397 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cowern Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cowern Elementary is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cowern Elementary rank in MN?
Cowern Elementary ranks #1,554 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Cowern Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cowern Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Cowern Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cowern Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Cowern Elementary a charter school?
No, Cowern Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cowern Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cowern Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cowern Elementary?
73.3% of students at Cowern 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 397
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ramsey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (651) 748-6800
Resources & Links
District
North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale- District Enrollment
- 10,633
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,478
- District Rank
- #9 of 15
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