Serving 572 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bowman Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bowman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bowman Elementary School's student population of 572 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
572 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bowman Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bowman Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#124 out of 459 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
8%
22%
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
4%
2%
White
46%
47%
Hawaiian
3%
3%
Two or more races
20%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bowman Elementary School's ranking?
Bowman Elementary School is ranked #124 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Bowman Elementary School often compared to?
Bowman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rabbit Creek Elementary School, Aquarian Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Bowman Elementary School?
572 students attend Bowman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Bowman Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bowman Elementary School?
Bowman Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bowman Elementary School offer ?
Bowman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bowman Elementary School part of?
Bowman Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Bowman Elementary School located?
Bowman Elementary School is located in the Huffman And O Malley neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 3 other public schools located in Huffman And O Malley.
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