Serving 406 students in grades Kindergarten-6, James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Sacramento, CA, and encompasses approximately 77.1 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 6.3 miles, with the furthest edge reaching up to 11.4 miles, allowing for a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary School's student population of 406 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
406 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2882 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary School's ranking?
James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary School is ranked #2882 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary School often compared to?
James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whitney Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary School?
406 students attend James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary School?
James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary School offer ?
James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary School part of?
James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary School is part of San Juan Unified School District.
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