Serving 357 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Bowmar Avenue School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bowmar Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bowmar Avenue School's student population of 357 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
357 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bowmar Avenue School ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bowmar Avenue School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#256 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
39%
47%
White
57%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bowmar Avenue School's ranking?
Bowmar Avenue School is ranked #256 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Bowmar Avenue School often compared to?
Bowmar Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beechwood Elementary School, Bovina Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Bowmar Avenue School?
357 students attend Bowmar Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Bowmar Avenue School students are White, 39% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bowmar Avenue School?
Bowmar Avenue School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bowmar Avenue School offer ?
Bowmar Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Bowmar Avenue School part of?
Bowmar Avenue School is part of Vicksburg Warren School District.
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