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.
274
Total Students
20.5
Full-Time Teachers
13.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
102.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Cowell Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White15
Hispanic229
Black20
Asian1
Two or More3
American Indian6
  • Hispanic
    229 (83.6 %)
  • Black
    20 (7.3 %)
  • White
    15 (5.5 %)
  • American Indian
    6 (2.2 %)
  • Two or More
    3 (1.1 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.4 %)
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: 274
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 20.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 257
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 25
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 42
Kindergarten 43
Grade 1 42
Grade 2 31
Grade 3 39
Grade 4 33
Grade 5 44

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Cowell Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten42
Kindergarten43
Grade 142
Grade 231
Grade 339
Grade 433
Grade 544
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Cowell Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female14352.2%
Male13147.8%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)