Serving 1,010 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hammett Bowen Jr. Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,010 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hammett Bowen Jr. Elementary School serves the southwest area of Ocala, FL, covering approximately 26.9 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hammett Bowen Jr. Elementary School's student population of 1,010 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,010 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hammett Bowen Jr. Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hammett Bowen Jr. Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1346 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
43%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, White, and Blue
School Mascot
Bear
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hammett Bowen Jr. Elementary School's ranking?
Hammett Bowen Jr. Elementary School is ranked #1346 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Hammett Bowen Jr. Elementary School often compared to?
Hammett Bowen Jr. Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saddlewood Elementary School, Marion Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Hammett Bowen Jr. Elementary School?
1,010 students attend Hammett Bowen Jr. Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Hammett Bowen Jr. Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hammett Bowen Jr. Elementary School?
Hammett Bowen Jr. Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hammett Bowen Jr. Elementary School offer ?
Hammett Bowen Jr. Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hammett Bowen Jr. Elementary School part of?
Hammett Bowen Jr. Elementary School is part of Marion School District.
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