Serving 536 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bowman Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is equal to the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Bowman Elementary School's student population of 536 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
536 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bowman Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bowman Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#82 out of 441 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
8%
21%
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
47%
47%
Hawaiian
3%
3%
Two or more races
19%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.1%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bowman Elementary School's ranking?
Bowman Elementary School is ranked #82 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% 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?
536 students attend Bowman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Bowman Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bowman Elementary School?
Bowman Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher 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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