Serving 586 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 55% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (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
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Brenda Cowan Elementary School's student population of 586 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
586 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Brenda Cowan Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brenda Cowan Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#148 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
2%
Hispanic
12%
10%
Black
21%
11%
White
41%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 #148 out of 1,250 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?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Brenda Cowan Elementary School?
586 students attend Brenda Cowan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Brenda Cowan Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brenda Cowan Elementary School?
Brenda Cowan Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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