Serving 547 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brenda Cowan Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brenda Cowan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Brenda Cowan Elementary School's student population of 547 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
547 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brenda Cowan Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brenda Cowan Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#214 out of 1230 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
2%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
19%
11%
White
46%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brenda Cowan Elementary School's ranking?
Brenda Cowan Elementary School is ranked #214 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Brenda Cowan Elementary School often compared to?
Brenda Cowan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Elementary School, Squires Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Brenda Cowan Elementary School?
547 students attend Brenda Cowan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Brenda Cowan Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 17% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brenda Cowan Elementary School?
Brenda Cowan Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Brenda Cowan Elementary School offer ?
Brenda Cowan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Brenda Cowan Elementary School part of?
Brenda Cowan Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
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