Below Average
#8483 of 9,539 schools in CA
Bowling Green Elementary
Elementary School · Sacramento City Unified
4211 Turnbridge Dr., Sacramento, CA 95823
Enrollment
703
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
703
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,483 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#155 of 198
public schools
In district
#51 of 71
Sacramento City Unified
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Bowling Green Elementary
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About Bowling Green Elementary
Bowling Green Elementary is a public elementary school in Sacramento, CA, part of Sacramento City Unified. Bowling Green Elementary serves approximately 703 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Bowling Green Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #8,483 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Bowling Green Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Bowling Green Elementary runs 23.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Bowling Green Elementary is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
31% of students at Bowling Green Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Bowling Green Elementary — Students at Bowling Green Elementary score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.0/10.
How Bowling Green Elementary Compares
See how Bowling Green Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4211 Turnbridge Dr., Sacramento, CA 95823
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bowling Green Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PATRICK ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST CHARLES BORROMEO SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Charles E. Mack Elementary (rated 5.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fern Bacon Middle Sacramento | 0.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Luther Burbank High Sacramento | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Pacific Elementary Sacramento | 0.8 mi | 2.7 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Parkway Elementary Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 2.4 |
| Nicholas Elementary Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| ST PATRICK ACADEMY Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| St. Patrick SUCCEED Academy Sacramento | 1.3 mi | — |
| Cesar Chavez Intermediate Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Woodbine Elementary Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| AL ARGAM ISLAMIC SCHOOL & COLLEGE PREPARATORY Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Al-Arqam Islamic School & College Preparatory Sacramento | 1.1 mi | — |
| Edward Kemble Elementary Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Ethel I. Baker Elementary Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Capital City Independent Study Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| ST CHARLES BORROMEO SCHOOL Sacramento | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Charles E. Mack Elementary Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| St. HOPE Public School 7 Sacramento | 1.9 mi | 2.4 |
| Keys Ubuntu Academy Sacramento | 1.7 mi | — |
| Northern California Preparatory Sacramento | 1.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95823 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,701
Median Home Value
$372,100
Median Rent
$1,533/mo
Population
83,254
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
46%
Avg Commute
27.9 min
Poverty Rate
18.6%
Median Age
32.8
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| Berylwood Elementary Simi Valley, CA | 4.1 |
| Central Elementary Banning, CA | 4.1 |
| Charles Wright Elementary Merced, CA | 4.1 |
| Christine Sipherd Elementary Modesto, CA | 4.1 |
| Columbia Elementary Lancaster, CA | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bowling Green Elementary
What grades does Bowling Green Elementary serve?
Bowling Green Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Bowling Green Elementary?
Bowling Green Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 703 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bowling Green Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Bowling Green Elementary is 23.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bowling Green Elementary rank in CA?
Bowling Green Elementary ranks #8,483 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Bowling Green Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Bowling Green Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bowling Green Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bowling Green Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bowling Green Elementary a charter school?
Yes, Bowling Green Elementary is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Bowling Green Elementary a Title I school?
No, Bowling Green Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bowling Green Elementary?
89.5% of students at Bowling Green Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 703
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.7%
- Phone
- (916) 395-5215
Resources & Links
District
Sacramento City Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,268
- Schools in District
- 73
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,892
- District Rank
- #51 of 71
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