Bowie

80 D.a.r.e. Way
Chicopee, MA 01022
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 291 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bowie ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 291 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 40%
  • : Bottom 50% in MA
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Bowie's student population of 291 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
291 students
This chart displays total students of Bowie by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Gender %
This chart displays gender of Bowie
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
This chart displays the total teachers of Bowie by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Students by Grade
This chart displays the students of Bowie by grade.

School Rankings

Bowie ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bowie is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MA)
#1029 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Bowie, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
35-39%
41%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Bowie and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
30-34%
44%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Bowie and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
30-39%
44%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Bowie and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
This chart displays the student teacher ratio of Bowie and the public school average student teacher ratio of Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Bowie and the percentage of Asian public school students in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hispanic
28%
25%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Bowie and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
6%
10%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Bowie and the percentage of Black public school students in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
60%
53%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in Bowie and the percentage of White public school students in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in Bowie and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Bowie.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Massachusetts.
0.56
This chart displays the diversity score of Bowie and the public school average diversity score of Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
35%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Bowie and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Bowie and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bowie's ranking?
Bowie is ranked #1029 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Bowie?
291 students attend Bowie.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Bowie students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bowie?
Bowie has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bowie offer ?
Bowie offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bowie part of?
Bowie is part of Chicopee School District.

School Reviews

Review Bowie. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

Teaching in Contemporary Times
Teaching in Contemporary Times
We explore why individuals choose teaching, illuminating intrinsic motivations, the influence of role models, the pursuit of lifelong learning, and the aspiration to impact society.
Demystifying IEPs
Demystifying IEPs
Unlock the power of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in this comprehensive guide. Discover how IEPs support students with diverse needs, including behavioral challenges. This article is a must-read for parents navigating the education system and aspiring teachers seeking to make a positive impact.
Personalized Learning: Revolutionizing Education for the 21st Century
December 16, 2024
Personalized Learning: Revolutionizing Education for the 21st Century
Explore the revolutionary approach of Personalized Learning in K-12 education. This article discusses the benefits, challenges, and potential of tailoring education to individual student needs, incorporating technology and adaptive learning methods to prepare students for the 21st century.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 291 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 40%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Related School Videos

Quick Links