BOWMAN

Bowman is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lexington school district, located in Lexington, MA with about 560 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 47 teachers, Bowman has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Bowman Elementary School, located at 9 Philip Road in Lexington, Massachusetts, is a prominent public school serving students from kindergarten through grade five. As part of the highly regarded Lexington Public Schools district, Bowman is recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, social-emotional learning, and fostering a collaborative, inclusive environment. The school emphasizes a rigorous curriculum that encourages critical thinking and creativity, supported by a dedicated staff that focuses on meeting the diverse needs of its student population.

Beyond its academic program, Bowman is known for its strong sense of community and active parent involvement. The school prioritizes the development of the "whole child," integrating character education and community-building initiatives into daily school life to help students grow into responsible and empathetic citizens. With its suburban setting and emphasis on building foundational skills, Bowman provides a supportive and nurturing atmosphere designed to prepare students for success in their middle school years and beyond.

For more information, contact Bowman at (781) 861-2500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

9 Philip Rd
Lexington, MA 02421
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BOWMAN is a public Title I school in Lexington, MA with about 560 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Massachusetts

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Lexington
Total Students:
560
Teachers:
47.62
NSLP Status:1
Missing
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 560 students

White
50.2%
Asian
32.0%
Two or more races
9.6%
Black or African American
5.5%
Hispanic/Latino
2.7%

Female
48.9%
Male
51.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.