BOWSHER HIGH SCHOOL
Bowsher High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Toledo City school district, located in Toledo, OH with about 1,290 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 64 teachers, Bowsher High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.
Bowsher High School, located on Arlington Avenue in South Toledo, is a prominent secondary institution within the Toledo Public Schools district. Known as the home of the "Blue Racers," the school serves a diverse student population and offers a comprehensive academic curriculum alongside a variety of extracurricular activities. The facility is designed to support a wide range of learning needs, providing students with access to both traditional college-preparatory coursework and various vocational or career-technical pathways intended to prepare them for life after graduation.
Beyond its academic offerings, Bowsher High School plays a significant role in the local South Toledo community by fostering school spirit through its robust athletic programs and student organizations. The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience, encouraging students to engage in leadership, the arts, and community service. By balancing rigorous classroom expectations with a supportive environment, Bowsher aims to equip its students with the skills necessary to succeed in higher education, the workforce, or military service.
For more information, contact Bowsher High School at (419) 671-2000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Toledo, OH 43614-4441
(419) 671-2000
BOWSHER HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Toledo, OH with about 1,290 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Ohio
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Toledo City
- Total Students:
- 1,290
- Teachers:
- 64
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 1,290 students
- Black or African American
- 45.0%
- White
- 36.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 9.8%
- Two or more races
- 8.5%
- Asian
- 0.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 49.5%
- Male
- 50.5%
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.