Very Good
#643 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 20% in state
Bow Elementarymiddle School
Elementary School · Detroit Public Schools Community District
19801 PREVOST ST, Detroit, MI 48235
Enrollment
514
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
514
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#643 of 3,192
In Detroit
#17 of 178
public schools
In district
#13 of 99
Detroit Public Schools Community District
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Bow Elementarymiddle School
Bow Elementarymiddle School is a public elementary school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Bow Elementarymiddle School serves approximately 514 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Bow Elementarymiddle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #643 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Bow Elementarymiddle School show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Bow Elementarymiddle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Bow Elementarymiddle School — Students at Bow Elementarymiddle School score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from MI 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: 9.5/10.
How Bow Elementarymiddle School Compares
See how Bow Elementarymiddle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
19801 PREVOST ST, Detroit, MI 48235
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bow Elementarymiddle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pembroke Academy (rated 9.1/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Foreign Language Immersion and Cultural Studies (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Rutherford Winans Academy (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pembroke Academy Detroit | 0.1 mi | 9.1 |
| DETROIT CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS OF EXCELLENCE Detroit | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Jalen Rose Leadership Academy Detroit | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Rutherford Winans Academy Detroit | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Detroit Achievement Academy Detroit | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| University Yes Academy Detroit | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Oak Park Service Learning Academy OPSLA Oak Park | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Renaissance High School Detroit | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Jerry L White Center Detroit | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Foreign Language Immersion and Cultural Studies Detroit | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Old Redford Academy High Detroit | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Vernor Elementary School Detroit | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Randolph Career and Technical Center Detroit | 1.5 mi | — |
| Einstein Elementary School Oak Park | 1.4 mi | 2.7 |
| AGBU AlexMarie Manoogian School Southfield | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| LincolnKing AdamsYoung 68 Detroit | 1.5 mi | 2.9 |
| David Ellis Academy Detroit | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| NOVA Discipline Academy Oak Park | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Kennedy Learning Center Southfield | 2.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Emerson ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48235 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,011
Median Home Value
$79,400
Median Rent
$1,151/mo
Population
46,960
College Educated
14.8%
Homeownership
56.4%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
29.7%
Median Age
37.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Eagle Crest Charter Academy Holland, MI | 7.5 |
| Gardens Elementary School Marysville, MI | 7.5 |
| Grandville South Elementary School Grandville, MI | 7.5 |
| Grant Elementary School Livonia, MI | 7.5 |
| Jamestown Upper Elementary School Hudsonville, MI | 7.5 |
| Kennedy Elementary School Livonia, MI | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bow Elementarymiddle School
What grades does Bow Elementarymiddle School serve?
Bow Elementarymiddle School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Bow Elementarymiddle School?
Bow Elementarymiddle School has an enrollment of approximately 514 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bow Elementarymiddle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bow Elementarymiddle School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bow Elementarymiddle School rank in MI?
Bow Elementarymiddle School ranks #643 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Bow Elementarymiddle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bow Elementarymiddle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Bow Elementarymiddle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bow Elementarymiddle School has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Bow Elementarymiddle School a charter school?
No, Bow Elementarymiddle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bow Elementarymiddle School a Title I school?
No, Bow Elementarymiddle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bow Elementarymiddle School?
90.9% of students at Bow Elementarymiddle School 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 514
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Phone
- (313) 852-0500
Resources & Links
District
Detroit Public Schools Community District- District Enrollment
- 48,271
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,138
- District Rank
- #13 of 99
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