Serving 465 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bowler Joseph L Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Joseph L Bowler Sr Elementary School serves the northeast part of Bunkerville, NV, covering an attendance area of approximately 382.1 square miles, with typical drive times ranging from 15 to 20 minutes and the furthest edge of the zone being 24 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bowler Joseph L Elementary School's student population of 465 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
465 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Motto
Bighorns Climb to High Expectations!
School Rankings
Bowler Joseph L Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bowler Joseph L Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#486 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
56%
46%
Black
1%
12%
White
36%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.7%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bighorns
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bowler Joseph L Elementary School's ranking?
Bowler Joseph L Elementary School is ranked #486 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Bowler Joseph L Elementary School?
465 students attend Bowler Joseph L Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Bowler Joseph L Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bowler Joseph L Elementary School?
Bowler Joseph L Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bowler Joseph L Elementary School offer ?
Bowler Joseph L Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bowler Joseph L Elementary School part of?
Bowler Joseph L Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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