Cowan Elementary School, located in South Austin, opened in 1999 and serves approximately 600 students in Pre-K through fifth grade, including tuition-supported Pre-K for qualified families. The school is named after longtime educator Dennis E. Cowan, and nurtures and inspires children to achieve their personal best every day. Teachers and administrators are always open to meeting with families to address student needs. Cowan has an active PTA and offers convenient opportunities for families to be involved in their child's education.