Serving 156 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bowler Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bowler Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Bowler Elementary School's student population of 156 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
156 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
We provide access to success in an ever-changing world
School Rankings
Bowler Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bowler Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1767 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
38%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
36%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bowler Elementary School's ranking?
Bowler Elementary School is ranked #1767 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Bowler Elementary School?
156 students attend Bowler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Bowler Elementary School students are American Indian, 36% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bowler Elementary School?
Bowler Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bowler Elementary School offer ?
Bowler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bowler Elementary School part of?
Bowler Elementary School is part of Bowler School District.
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