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#1091 of 1,786 schools in TN
Cowan Elementary
Elementary School · Franklin County
501 East Cumberland ST, Cowan, TN 37318
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,091 of 1,786
In Cowan
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#5 of 11
Franklin County
Equity
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Cowan Elementary
Elementary School in Cowan · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cowan Elementary
Cowan Elementary is a public elementary school in Cowan, TN, part of Franklin County. Cowan Elementary serves approximately 262 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Cowan Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,091 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Cowan Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- TN avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Cowan Elementary — Students at Cowan Elementary score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 31 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 5.3/10.
How Cowan Elementary Compares
See how Cowan Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
501 East Cumberland ST, Cowan, TN 37318
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cowan Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sewanee Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Sewanee), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hickerson Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 17.8 miles away, in nearby Tullahoma), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Broadview Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Winchester), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cowan, see our Cowan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| South Middle School Cowan | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Decherd Elementary Decherd | 4.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Franklin Co High School Winchester | 4.7 mi | 5.8 |
| WINCHESTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Winchester | 4.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Sewanee Elementary Sewanee | 5.3 mi | 9.4 |
| North Middle School Winchester | 6.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Clark Memorial School Winchester | 6.3 mi | 6.6 |
| ST ANDREW'S-SEWANEE SCHOOL Sewanee | 7.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Rock Creek Elementary Estill Springs | 10.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Broadview Elementary Winchester | 10.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Pelham Elementary Pelham | 12.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Monteagle Elementary Monteagle | 11.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Hillsboro Elementary Hillsboro | 16.7 mi | 7.6 |
| North Lake Elementary Tullahoma | 15.0 mi | 6.0 |
| TULLAHOMA SDA SCHOOL Tullahoma | 15.9 mi | — |
| Hickerson Elementary Tullahoma | 17.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Tracy Elementary Tracy City | 15.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Tullahoma Virtual Academy Tullahoma | 17.2 mi | 5.3 |
| East Lincoln Elementary Tullahoma | 17.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Jack T Farrar Elementary Tullahoma | 17.3 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37318 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,484
Median Home Value
$132,200
Median Rent
$715/mo
Population
2,245
College Educated
11.8%
Homeownership
62.2%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
32.5%
Median Age
35
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beacon College Preparatory Memphis, TN | 5.9 |
| Doe Elementary Mountain City, TN | 5.9 |
| East Side Elementary Brownsville, TN | 5.9 |
| Hornsby Elementary Hornsby, TN | 5.9 |
| Jellico Elementary Jellico, TN | 5.9 |
| KIPP Academy Nashville Elementary School Nashville, TN | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cowan Elementary
What grades does Cowan Elementary serve?
Cowan Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cowan Elementary?
Cowan Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 262 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cowan Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cowan Elementary is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cowan Elementary rank in TN?
Cowan Elementary ranks #1,091 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Cowan Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cowan Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cowan Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Cowan Elementary a charter school?
No, Cowan Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cowan Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cowan Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 262
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.9%
- Phone
- (931) 967-7353
Resources & Links
District
Franklin County- District Enrollment
- 4,977
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,602
- District Rank
- #5 of 11
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