JAMES L COWART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

James L Cowart Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Athens City school district, located in Athens, AL with about 371 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 21 teachers, James L Cowart Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

James L. Cowart Elementary School, located in Athens, Alabama, is a dedicated educational institution serving students in the Athens City School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment where academic excellence and character development are prioritized. By utilizing a comprehensive curriculum and modern instructional practices, Cowart Elementary strives to prepare its young students for future academic success while emphasizing the importance of community involvement and lifelong learning.

Beyond its academic focus, the school places a strong emphasis on creating a welcoming culture for both students and families. As part of the Athens City Schools system, Cowart Elementary benefits from a close-knit community atmosphere, encouraging active participation from parents and local stakeholders. With a clear mission to "challenge, inspire, and prepare" its student body, the school utilizes various resources and extracurricular opportunities to ensure that every child has the tools needed to thrive throughout their formative elementary years.

For more information, contact James L Cowart Elementary School at (256) 233-6627 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1701 W Hobbs St
Athens, AL 35611-4699
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JAMES L COWART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Athens, AL with about 371 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Alabama

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Athens City
Total Students:
371
Teachers:
21
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 371 students

White
50.9%
Hispanic/Latino
21.3%
Black or African American
17.0%
Two or more races
9.7%
Asian
0.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%

Female
48.5%
Male
51.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.