Serving 413 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (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 413 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
413 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Cowern provides a safe, engaging, and welcoming community for all learners to grow academically, emotionally, and socially.
School Rankings
Cowern Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cowern Elementary School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1132 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
33%
7%
Hispanic
14%
12%
Black
21%
12%
White
20%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cowern Elementary School's ranking?
Cowern Elementary School is ranked #1132 out of 1,773 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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?
413 students attend Cowern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Cowern Elementary School students are Asian, 21% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cowern Elementary School?
Cowern Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher 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 8 other public schools located in Battle Creek Conway Eastview Highwood Hills.
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