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Public School Review - Established 2003

Best Cowan Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 621 students in Cowan, TN.
The top-ranked public schools in Cowan, TN are Cowan Elementary School and South Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cowan, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Cowan have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Cowan, TN (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cowan Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
501 East Cumberland St
Cowan, TN 37318
(931) 967-7353
Gr: PK-5 | 260 students Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
South Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
601 West Cumberland St
Cowan, TN 37318
(931) 967-7355
Gr: 6-8 | 361 students Minority enrollment: 17%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Cowan, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in Cowan, TN include Cowan Elementary School and South Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Cowan?
2 public schools are located in Cowan.
What is the racial composition of students in Cowan?
Cowan public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).

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