Serving 275 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bowerman Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bowerman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bowerman Elementary School's student population of 275 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 64% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
275 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Motto
Equipping our students to be successful, literate 21st century learners
School Rankings
Bowerman Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bowerman Elementary School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1746 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
18%
15%
White
62%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Springfield R-XII School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bowerman Elementary School's ranking?
Bowerman Elementary School is ranked #1746 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Bowerman Elementary School often compared to?
Bowerman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weaver Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Bowerman Elementary School?
275 students attend Bowerman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Bowerman Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bowerman Elementary School?
Bowerman Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bowerman Elementary School offer ?
Bowerman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bowerman Elementary School part of?
Bowerman Elementary School is part of Springfield R-XII School District.
In what neighborhood is Bowerman Elementary School located?
Bowerman Elementary School is located in the Woodland Heights neighborhood of Springfield, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in Woodland Heights.
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