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 (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 770 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Math Proficiency: 88%
- Reading Proficiency: 83%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Florence Bowser Elementary School's student population of 770 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
770 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
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
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
38%
21%
White
43%
44%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
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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