Serving 397 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cowern Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cowern Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Cowern Elementary School's student population of 397 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
397 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Cowern Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cowern Elementary School is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1139 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
29%
7%
Hispanic
16%
12%
Black
21%
12%
White
22%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cowern Elementary School's ranking?
Cowern Elementary School is ranked #1139 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Cowern Elementary School often compared to?
Cowern Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Metro Flex Academy, Richardson Elementary School, Weaver Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Cowern Elementary School?
397 students attend Cowern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Cowern Elementary School students are Asian, 22% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cowern Elementary School?
Cowern Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cowern Elementary School offer ?
Cowern Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cowern Elementary School part of?
Cowern Elementary School is part of North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale School District.
In what neighborhood is Cowern Elementary School located?
Cowern Elementary School is located in the Battle Creek Conway Eastview Highwood Hills neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 9 other public schools located in Battle Creek Conway Eastview Highwood Hills.
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