Serving 443 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bowman Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bowman Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Bowman Creek Elementary School's student population of 443 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
443 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bowman Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bowman Creek Elementary School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#400 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
9%
Hispanic
18%
26%
Black
8%
5%
White
38%
49%
Hawaiian
7%
1%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bowman Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Bowman Creek Elementary School is ranked #400 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Bowman Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Bowman Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ardmore Elementary School, Lake Tapps Elementary School, Adams Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Bowman Creek Elementary School?
443 students attend Bowman Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Bowman Creek Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bowman Creek Elementary School?
Bowman Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Bowman Creek Elementary School offer ?
Bowman Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bowman Creek Elementary School part of?
Bowman Creek Elementary School is part of Auburn School District.
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