Bow Elementarymiddle School

19801 Prevost St
Detroit, MI 48235
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Bottom 50%
Serving 514 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bow Elementarymiddle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan 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% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 514 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : 6% (Btm 50%)
  • : 12% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Bow Elementarymiddle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Bow Elementarymiddle School's student population of 514 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
514 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
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School Rankings

Bow Elementarymiddle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bow Elementarymiddle School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#2897 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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6%
34%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Bow Elementarymiddle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
12%
45%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Bow Elementarymiddle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
6-9%
38%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Bow Elementarymiddle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Bow Elementarymiddle School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
100%
18%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Bow Elementarymiddle School and the percentage of Black public school students in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
n/a
63%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Michigan.
0.00
This chart displays the diversity score of Bow Elementarymiddle School and the public school average diversity score of Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
50%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Bow Elementarymiddle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Bow Elementarymiddle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bow Elementarymiddle School's ranking?
Bow Elementarymiddle School is ranked #2897 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Bow Elementarymiddle School often compared to?
Bow Elementarymiddle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like University Yes Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Bow Elementarymiddle School?
514 students attend Bow Elementarymiddle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Bow Elementarymiddle School students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bow Elementarymiddle School?
Bow Elementarymiddle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bow Elementarymiddle School offer ?
Bow Elementarymiddle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bow Elementarymiddle School part of?
Bow Elementarymiddle School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Bow Elementarymiddle School located?
Bow Elementarymiddle School is located in the Greenfield neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Greenfield.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 514 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 6% (Btm 50%)
  • : 12% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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