Serving 524 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bowers Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bowers Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Harriman, TN school district, covering approximately 351.8 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.1 miles from the school to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 18.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bowers Elementary School's student population of 524 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
524 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bowers Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bowers Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#768 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
7%
16%
Black
6%
20%
White
78%
57%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.7%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bowers Elementary School's ranking?
Bowers Elementary School is ranked #768 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Bowers Elementary School often compared to?
Bowers Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Midtown Elementary School, Kingston Elementary School, Ridge View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Bowers Elementary School?
524 students attend Bowers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Bowers Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Bowers Elementary School offer ?
Bowers Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bowers Elementary School part of?
Bowers Elementary School is part of Roane County School District.
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