Serving 303 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Bowers School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bowers School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Bowers School's student population of 303 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
303 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 25, 2026
School Motto
We've got the power at Bowers, a power that is big and strong!
School Rankings
Bowers School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bowers School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#662 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
43%
31%
Black
20%
12%
White
25%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bowers School's ranking?
Bowers School is ranked #662 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Bowers School often compared to?
Bowers Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waddell School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Bowers School?
303 students attend Bowers School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Bowers School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bowers School?
Bowers School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bowers School offer ?
Bowers School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bowers School part of?
Bowers School is part of Manchester School District.
In what neighborhood is Bowers School located?
Bowers School is located in the Central Manchester neighborhood of Manchester, CT. There are 5 other public schools located in Central Manchester.
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