Needs Improvement
#1695 of 1,793 schools in MA
Bowe
Elementary School · Chicopee
115 Hampden Street, Chicopee, MA 01013
Enrollment
418
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
418
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,695 of 1,793
In Chicopee
#15 of 16
public schools
In district
#14 of 15
Chicopee
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Bowe
Elementary School in Chicopee · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bowe
Bowe is a public elementary school in Chicopee, MA, part of Chicopee. Bowe serves approximately 418 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Bowe has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,695 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Bowe show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.4
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Bowe 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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Bowe — Students at Bowe score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.9/10.
How Bowe Compares
See how Bowe performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
115 Hampden Street, Chicopee, MA 01013
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bowe may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edward P. Boland School (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, German Gerena Community School (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicopee, see our Chicopee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST STANISLAUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicopee | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Dupont Middle Chicopee | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| VALLEY WEST SCHOOL Chicopee | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Szetela Early Childhood Center Chicopee | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Glenwood Springfield | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Springfield Middle School Springfield | 1.5 mi | — |
| German Gerena Community School Springfield | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Impact Prep at Chestnut Springfield | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented and Gifted) Springfield | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Springfield Legacy Academy Springfield | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| ACADEMY HILL SCHOOL Springfield | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Chicopee High Chicopee | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Brightwood Springfield | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Lincoln Springfield | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| John Ashley West Springfield | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Gen John J Stefanik Chicopee | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Springfield Public Day Elementary School Springfield | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School Springfield | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Edward P. Boland School Springfield | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Liberty Springfield | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01013 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,039
Median Home Value
$249,300
Median Rent
$1,005/mo
Population
22,950
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
51.5%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A Drewicz Elementary Lynn, MA | 3.5 |
| Chandler Elementary Community Worcester, MA | 3.5 |
| Condon K-8 School South Boston, MA | 3.5 |
| H H Galligan Taunton, MA | 3.5 |
| Miriam F McCarthy School Framingham, MA | 3.5 |
| Barry Chicopee, MA | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bowe
What grades does Bowe serve?
Bowe serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Bowe?
Bowe has an enrollment of approximately 418 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bowe?
The student-teacher ratio at Bowe is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bowe rank in MA?
Bowe ranks #1,695 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Bowe's MySchoolScout rating?
Bowe has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Bowe?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bowe has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Bowe a charter school?
No, Bowe is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bowe a Title I school?
No, Bowe is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 418
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hampden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.3%
- Phone
- (413) 594-3431
Resources & Links
District
Chicopee- District Enrollment
- 6,807
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,218
- District Rank
- #14 of 15
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