For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 247 students in Bowen, IL.
The top-ranked public school in Bowen, IL is Southeastern Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bowen, IL public school have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Bowen have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Bowen, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southeastern Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
607 N Worrell St
Bowen, IL 62316
(217) 842-5236
Bowen, IL 62316
(217) 842-5236
Gr: PK-6 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Bowen, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Bowen, IL include Southeastern Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Bowen?
1 public schools are located in Bowen.
What is the racial composition of students in Bowen?
Bowen public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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