For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 580 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 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 51±¬ÁÏs in Cowan, TN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cowan Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
501 East Cumberland St
Cowan, TN 37318
(931) 967-7353
Cowan, TN 37318
(931) 967-7353
Gr: PK-5 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
South Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
601 West Cumberland St
Cowan, TN 37318
(931) 967-7355
Cowan, TN 37318
(931) 967-7355
Gr: 6-8 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
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 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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