Serving 283 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Bowman Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bowman Elementary School's student population of 283 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
283 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bowman Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bowman Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8423 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
69%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 11/17/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bowman Elementary School's ranking?
Bowman Elementary School is ranked #8423 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bowman Elementary School?
283 students attend Bowman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Bowman Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bowman Elementary School?
Bowman Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bowman Elementary School offer ?
Bowman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Bowman Elementary School part of?
Bowman Elementary School is part of Hayward Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Bowman Elementary School located?
Bowman Elementary School is located in the Mission Garin neighborhood of Hayward, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Mission Garin.
School Reviews
5 9/26/2022
I am a former student from 2015-2019 and I loved this school and have come to hate the 2 other schools I have been to, I think of the times I had here every day and wish I was still there.
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