School Overview
Bowman Elementary, located in the Hillside area of Anchorage, Alaska, is a public school serving students from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade as part of the Anchorage School District. The school is known for fostering a close-knit, community-focused learning environment that emphasizes academic excellence, character development, and student engagement. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Alaskan landscape, the school integrates its unique location into its culture, often encouraging outdoor appreciation alongside a rigorous curriculum designed to prepare students for success in middle school and beyond.

The school prides itself on maintaining strong partnerships between dedicated educators, active parents, and the local community. Bowman Elementary offers a variety of programs and extracurricular activities aimed at nurturing the "whole child," including opportunities for creative expression, physical education, and academic support services. By prioritizing a supportive atmosphere and high educational standards, Bowman Elementary strives to provide a safe and inclusive space where every student is encouraged to achieve their personal best.
542
Total Students
35.4
Full-Time Teachers
15.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
28.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Bowman Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White249
Hispanic62
Black15
Asian49
Two or More98
American Indian53
Pacific Islander16
  • White
    249 (45.9 %)
  • Two or More
    98 (18.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    62 (11.4 %)
  • American Indian
    53 (9.8 %)
  • Asian
    49 (9.0 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    16 (3.0 %)
  • Black
    15 (2.8 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Anchorage School District
Phone: (907)742-5600
Website: http://bowman.asdk12.org/
Grade Range: Pre-K - 6th
Total Students: 542
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 35.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 130
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 25
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 28
Kindergarten 93
Grade 1 66
Grade 2 66
Grade 3 90
Grade 4 74
Grade 5 57
Grade 6 68

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Bowman Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten28
Kindergarten93
Grade 166
Grade 266
Grade 390
Grade 474
Grade 557
Grade 668
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Bowman Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female24845.8%
Male29454.2%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)