School Overview
Bowers School, located at 141 Princeton St. in Manchester, Connecticut, is a public elementary school that serves as part of the Manchester Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students in the early stages of their education can develop foundational academic skills and social-emotional competencies. By focusing on a "pride"-based culture, the school emphasizes a sense of community and collaboration among students, faculty, and families to ensure that every child is prepared for their future academic endeavors.

As a representative institution within the Manchester Public Schools system, Bowers School utilizes a curriculum aligned with state standards, integrating core subjects like literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. The school's official website, accessible at http://www.mpspride.org/, serves as a central hub for parents and guardians to stay informed about district-wide initiatives, school calendars, and resources designed to enhance the educational experience. Through dedicated instructional practices and community involvement, Bowers School aims to provide a safe, engaging, and equitable educational foundation for all its students.
323
Total Students
32.6
Full-Time Teachers
9.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
78.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Bowers School
Demographic Student Count
White101
Hispanic129
Black58
Asian17
Two or More11
American Indian3
Pacific Islander4
  • Hispanic
    129 (39.9 %)
  • White
    101 (31.3 %)
  • Black
    58 (18.0 %)
  • Asian
    17 (5.3 %)
  • Two or More
    11 (3.4 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (1.2 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.9 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Manchester School District
Phone: (860)647-3313
Website: http://www.mpspride.org/
Grade Range: K - 4th
Total Students: 323
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 32.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 9.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 222
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 30
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 57
Grade 1 63
Grade 2 75
Grade 3 62
Grade 4 66

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Bowers School
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten57
Grade 163
Grade 275
Grade 362
Grade 466
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Bowers School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female15447.7%
Male16952.3%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)