SAMUEL BOWLES

Samuel Bowles is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Springfield school district, located in Springfield, MA with about 338 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 20 teachers, Samuel Bowles has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Samuel Bowles School, located at 24 Bowles Park in Springfield, Massachusetts, is a public elementary school serving students within the Springfield Public Schools district. As part of one of the largest school districts in the state, the institution is dedicated to fostering an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and foundational literacy and numeracy skills for its diverse student body.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Springfield Public Schools, which prioritizes community engagement, high-quality instruction, and preparation for future success. By providing a structured curriculum and access to various educational resources, Samuel Bowles aims to support the unique needs of its students while maintaining strong partnerships with families and the surrounding neighborhood to ensure a well-rounded educational experience.

For more information, contact Samuel Bowles at (413) 787-7334 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.