Bowman Primary School serves 1,157 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 77%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 82%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 1,157 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bowman Primary School's student population of 1,157 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,157 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bowman Primary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)≥50%
77%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)≥50%
82%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
3%
17%
White
81%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Bowman Primary School often compared to?
Bowman Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Donovan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 77% OH state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 82% OH state average).
How many students attend Bowman Primary School?
1,157 students attend Bowman Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Bowman Primary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bowman Primary School?
Bowman Primary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bowman Primary School offer ?
Bowman Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bowman Primary School part of?
Bowman Primary School is part of Lebanon City School District.
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