Serving 433 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Yvonne E. Milliner-bowsky Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virgin Islands for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the Virgin Islands state average of 89%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Virgin Islands state average of 75%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Virgin Islands state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virgin Islands state average of 99% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VI
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Yvonne E. Milliner-bowsky Elementary School's student population of 433 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
433 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Yvonne E. Milliner-bowsky Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 25 schools in Virgin Islands (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yvonne E. Milliner-bowsky Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.37. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#12 out of 25 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)91%
89%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)82%
75%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
80%
77%
White
4%
1%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
99%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yvonne E. Milliner-bowsky Elementary School's ranking?
Yvonne E. Milliner-bowsky Elementary School is ranked #12 out of 25 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virgin Islands.
What schools are Yvonne E. Milliner-bowsky Elementary School often compared to?
Yvonne E. Milliner-bowsky Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lockhart Elementary School, Ulla F. Muller Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 89% VI state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 75% VI state average).
How many students attend Yvonne E. Milliner-bowsky Elementary School?
433 students attend Yvonne E. Milliner-bowsky Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Yvonne E. Milliner-bowsky Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Yvonne E. Milliner-bowsky Elementary School?
Yvonne E. Milliner-bowsky Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Virgin Islands state average of 12:1.
What grades does Yvonne E. Milliner-bowsky Elementary School offer ?
Yvonne E. Milliner-bowsky Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Yvonne E. Milliner-bowsky Elementary School part of?
Yvonne E. Milliner-bowsky Elementary School is part of Saint Thomas - Saint John School District.
In what neighborhood is Yvonne E. Milliner-bowsky Elementary School located?
Yvonne E. Milliner-bowsky Elementary School is located in the Mandahl neighborhood of St Thomas, VI.
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