Serving 770 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Florence Bowser Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 78%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 770 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Math Proficiency: 88%
- Reading Proficiency: 83%
- Attendance Zone: Florence Bowser Elementary serves the northeast part of Suffolk, VA, covering an area of approximately 12.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Florence Bowser Elementary School's student population of 770 students has grown by 233% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 214% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
770 students
Showing 2010–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2010–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Florence Bowser Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)88%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)83%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2010–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
8%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
20%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
38%
21%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
44%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2009–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
57%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% VA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 78% VA state average).
How many students attend Florence Bowser Elementary School?
770 students attend Florence Bowser Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Florence Bowser Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Florence Bowser Elementary School?
Florence Bowser Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Florence Bowser Elementary School offer ?
Florence Bowser Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Florence Bowser Elementary School part of?
Florence Bowser Elementary School is part of Suffolk City Public Schools.
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