Brenda Cowan Elementary vs Squires Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kentucky, United States, 4.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brenda Cowan Elementary
Lexington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
586 students
Squires Elementary School
Lexington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
447 students
| Measure | Brenda Cowan Elementary Lexington, Kentucky | Squires Elementary School Lexington, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #136 of 707 | #148 of 707 |
| National rank | #14235 of 50,301 | #14819 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 586 | 447 |
| Enrollment | 586 | 447 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.9% | 55.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 58% |
| Math proficiency | – | 61% |
| city | Lexington | Lexington |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (65.8 vs 65.0).
- •Brenda Cowan Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.9% vs 55.7%).
- •Squires Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 13.6).
- •Brenda Cowan Elementary is the larger school with 586 students compared with 447.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Brenda Cowan Elementary better than Squires Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Brenda Cowan Elementary and Squires Elementary School?
About 4.8 km in a straight line, between Lexington and Lexington in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brenda Cowan Elementary: 586. Squires Elementary School: 447. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brenda Cowan Elementary and Squires Elementary School rank in Kentucky?
Brenda Cowan Elementary is 136th of 707 and Squires Elementary School is 148th of 707 among elementary schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).