Average
#1592 of 2,221 schools in MO
Bowles Elem.
Elementary School · ROCKWOOD R-VI
501 BOWLES AVE, Fenton, MO 63026
Enrollment
264
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
264
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,592 of 2,221
In Fenton
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#26 of 30
ROCKWOOD R-VI
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Bowles Elem.
Bowles Elem. is a public elementary school in Fenton, MO, part of ROCKWOOD R-VI. Bowles Elem. serves approximately 264 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Bowles Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,592 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Bowles Elem. show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Bowles Elem. — Students at Bowles Elem. score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
19.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.6/10.
How Bowles Elem. Compares
See how Bowles Elem. 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
501 BOWLES AVE, Fenton, MO 63026
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bowles Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BARRETTS ELEM. (rated 9.2/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Manchester), which scores notably higher. Another option is UTHOFF VALLEY ELEM. (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MERAMEC HEIGHTS ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Arnold), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fenton, see our Fenton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MESSENGER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fenton | 0.5 mi | — |
| STANTON ELEM. Fenton | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL Fenton | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| HERITAGE CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fenton | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| KELLISON ELEM. Fenton | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| ROCKWOOD SUMMIT SR. HIGH Fenton | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| ROCKWOOD SOUTH MIDDLE Fenton | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| UTHOFF VALLEY ELEM. Fenton | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| ST PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fenton | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| MURPHY ELEM. High Ridge | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| BRENNAN WOODS ELEM. High Ridge | 2.5 mi | 3.7 |
| GEORGE GUFFEY ELEM. Fenton | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
| VALLEY PARK MIDDLE Valley Park | 2.9 mi | 9.2 |
| VALLEY PARK ELEM. Valley Park | 2.9 mi | 4.1 |
| VALLEY PARK SR. HIGH Valley Park | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valley Park | 2.9 mi | 5.9 |
| WOODRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL High Ridge | 2.9 mi | 4.4 |
| BARRETTS ELEM. Manchester | 4.4 mi | 9.2 |
| AL-MANARA ACADEMY Manchester | 4.2 mi | 7.0 |
| MERAMEC HEIGHTS ELEM. Arnold | 4.3 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,145
Median Home Value
$281,900
Median Rent
$1,091/mo
Population
45,267
College Educated
40.4%
Homeownership
78.6%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
41.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BISMARCK R-V ELEM. Bismarck, MO | 5.3 |
| CHADWICK ELEMENTARY Chadwick, MO | 5.3 |
| CHAFFEE ELEM. Chaffee, MO | 5.3 |
| DR. HENRY GIVENS JR. ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 5.3 |
| EASTWOOD HILLS ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 5.3 |
| JACKSON PARK ELEM. University City, MO | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bowles Elem.
What grades does Bowles Elem. serve?
Bowles Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Bowles Elem.?
Bowles Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 264 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bowles Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Bowles Elem. is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bowles Elem. rank in MO?
Bowles Elem. ranks #1,592 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Bowles Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Bowles Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Bowles Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bowles Elem. has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Bowles Elem. a charter school?
No, Bowles Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bowles Elem. a Title I school?
No, Bowles Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bowles Elem.?
19.3% of students at Bowles Elem. 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 264
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 19.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.2%
- Phone
- (636) 891-6775
Resources & Links
District
ROCKWOOD R-VI- District Enrollment
- 20,088
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,527
- District Rank
- #26 of 30
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