Bowen Elementary

4483 KALAMAZOO AVE SE
GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49508

www.kentwoodps.org

365 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Bowen Elementary School is a prominent institution within the Kentwood Public Schools district, located on Kalamazoo Avenue SE in Grand Rapids, Michigan. As part of a diverse and highly regarded school district, Bowen Elementary is dedicated to fostering an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic excellence, social-emotional development, and the preparation of students for success in a global society. The school leverages the resources of the Kentwood district to provide a well-rounded curriculum that focuses on core subjects while integrating technology and creative learning opportunities to meet the needs of a modern student body.

Beyond its academic offerings, Bowen Elementary is known for its strong commitment to community and culture. The school reflects the vibrant diversity of the surrounding Kentwood area, often placing a high value on building supportive relationships between students, staff, and families. By prioritizing a welcoming atmosphere and high expectations for student achievement, Bowen Elementary strives to ensure that every child feels valued and equipped with the foundational skills necessary for their transition to middle school and beyond.

365

Total Students

24.7

Full-Time Teachers

14.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

76.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Bowen Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	63
Hispanic	34
Black	127
Asian	110
Two or More	31

Black
127 (34.8 %)
Asian
110 (30.1 %)
White
63 (17.3 %)
Hispanic
34 (9.3 %)
Two or More
31 (8.5 %)

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:	Kentwood Public Schools
Phone:	(616)455-5220
Website:	http://www.kentwoodps.org
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	365
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	24.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	264
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	15

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 80

Grade 1 50

Grade 2 57

Grade 3 64

Grade 4 58

Grade 5 56