School Overview
Cowell Elementary School, located in the West Colfax neighborhood of Denver, Colorado, is a public school serving students from preschool through fifth grade as part of the Denver Public Schools (DPS) district. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and community engagement. By prioritizing a diverse curriculum and personalized instruction, Cowell aims to prepare its young learners for success in middle school and beyond while celebrating the unique cultural background of its student population.

Beyond its core academic program, Cowell Elementary is known for being a hub for its local neighborhood, often focusing on building strong partnerships between educators, families, and community stakeholders. The school utilizes its resources to provide enrichment opportunities and targeted support services to ensure that all students, regardless of their starting point, have equitable access to a quality education. Through a combination of collaborative teaching practices and a focus on student well-being, the school strives to cultivate a positive school culture where students feel safe, valued, and empowered to reach their full potential.
308
Total Students
21.8
Full-Time Teachers
14.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
91.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Cowell Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White11
Hispanic278
Black7
Two or More4
American Indian6
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    278 (90.3%)
  • White
    11 (3.6%)
  • Black
    7 (2.3%)
  • American Indian
    6 (1.9%)
  • Two or More
    4 (1.3%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.6%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
Phone: (720)424-8300
Website: http://cowell.dpsk12.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 308
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 21.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 257
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 25
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 59
Kindergarten 46
Grade 1 36
Grade 2 37
Grade 3 50
Grade 4 42
Grade 5 38

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Cowell Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten59
Kindergarten46
Grade 136
Grade 237
Grade 350
Grade 442
Grade 538
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Cowell Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female15048.7%
Male15851.3%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)