Bowman Elementary is a high-performing public magnet elementary school in Anchorage, Alaska, serving grades PK-6 with an enrollment of 542 students. This school consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in the state, with a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger and academic performance significantly higher than the Anchorage School District and Alaska state averages.
Bowman Elementary's key strengths include its diverse student population, with a more balanced racial makeup compared to nearby schools like Trailside Elementary and Huffman Elementary. The school also maintains a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 15.3 students per teacher, lower than the nearby schools. Bowman's exceptional performance is particularly notable in certain student subgroups, such as Asian and Native American students, who rank among the top in the state.
While Bowman Elementary's overall performance is impressive, the school could potentially focus on improving the performance of Hispanic students and students in special education and migrant subgroups. Nevertheless, Bowman's consistent academic excellence, diverse student population, and favorable student-teacher ratio make it a standout elementary school in the Anchorage School District, providing valuable insights for other schools in the area.
Anchorage School District
In the 2022-23 school year, 542 students attended Bowman Elementary.
Students at Bowman Elementary are 46% White, 18% Two or more races, 11% Hispanic, 10% American Indian, 9% Asian, 3% Pacific Islander, 3% African American.
Bowman Elementary ranks 23rd of 173 Alaska elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.
Students who attend Bowman Elementary usually go on to attend:Middle : Hanshew Middle SchoolHigh : Service High School