Serving 324 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Bowmar Avenue 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 50% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 50% (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 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's student population of 324 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
324 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Bowmar Avenue ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bowmar Avenue is 0.55, 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
#271 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
39%
45%
White
55%
40%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.5%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
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's ranking?
Bowmar Avenue is ranked #271 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Bowmar Avenue often compared to?
Bowmar Avenueis 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?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Bowmar Avenue?
324 students attend Bowmar Avenue.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Bowmar Avenue students are White, 39% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bowmar Avenue?
Bowmar Avenue has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bowmar Avenue offer ?
Bowmar Avenue offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bowmar Avenue part of?
Bowmar Avenue is part of Vicksburg Warren School District.
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