Serving 439 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Bowman Woods Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 28% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bowman Woods Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Bowman Woods Elementary School's student population of 439 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bowman Woods Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bowman Woods Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#256 out of 1233 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
7%
7%
White
75%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bowman Woods Elementary School's ranking?
Bowman Woods Elementary School is ranked #256 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Bowman Woods Elementary School often compared to?
Bowman Woods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Echo Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Bowman Woods Elementary School?
439 students attend Bowman Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Bowman Woods Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bowman Woods Elementary School?
Bowman Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bowman Woods Elementary School offer ?
Bowman Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Bowman Woods Elementary School part of?
Bowman Woods Elementary School is part of Linn-Mar Comm School District.
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