Very Good
#472 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 21% in state
Bowling Green Elem.
Elementary School · BOWLING GREEN R-I
700 WEST ADAMS STREET, Bowling Green, MO 63334
Enrollment
558
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
558
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#472 of 2,221
In Bowling Green
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
BOWLING GREEN R-I
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Bowling Green Elem.
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About Bowling Green Elem.
Bowling Green Elem. is a public elementary school in Bowling Green, MO, part of BOWLING GREEN R-I. Bowling Green Elem. serves approximately 558 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Bowling Green Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #472 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Bowling Green Elem. show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Bowling Green Elem. sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Bowling Green Elem. — Students at Bowling Green Elem. score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 38 test records from MO 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: 8.4/10.
How Bowling Green Elem. Compares
See how Bowling Green 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
700 WEST ADAMS STREET, Bowling Green, MO 63334
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bowling Green Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CLOPTON ELEM. (rated 9.0/10, 13.9 miles away, in nearby Clarksville), which scores notably higher. Another option is BONCL Elem. (rated 8.7/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Louisiana), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FRANKFORD ELEM. (rated 7.2/10, 12.7 miles away, in nearby Frankford), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bowling Green, see our Bowling Green schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BOWLING GREEN MIDDLE Bowling Green | 0.1 mi | 4.7 |
| BOWLING GREEN HIGH Bowling Green | 0.1 mi | 5.3 |
| LILLIAN SCHAPER SCHOOL Bowling Green | 0.5 mi | — |
| ST CLEMENT SCHOOL Bowling Green | 4.0 mi | 5.3 |
| LOUISIANA MIDDLE Louisiana | 9.4 mi | 4.0 |
| LOUISIANA HIGH Louisiana | 9.4 mi | 7.2 |
| LOUISIANA ELEM. Louisiana | 9.9 mi | 5.2 |
| BONCL Elem. Louisiana | 9.3 mi | 8.7 |
| FRANKFORD ELEM. Frankford | 12.7 mi | 7.2 |
| ST ALPHONSUS SCHOOL Silex | 16.9 mi | 4.2 |
| SILEX ELEM. Silex | 16.5 mi | 3.4 |
| SILEX HIGH Silex | 16.5 mi | 8.2 |
| CLOPTON ELEM. Clarksville | 13.9 mi | 9.0 |
| CLOPTON HIGH Clarksville | 13.9 mi | 5.5 |
| VAN-FAR ELEM. Vandalia | 16.9 mi | 4.7 |
| VAN-FAR JR./SR. HIGH Vandalia | 16.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Pleasant Hill Elem School Pleasant Hill | 19.0 mi | 2.9 |
| Pleasant Hill High School Pleasant Hill | 19.1 mi | 5.9 |
| MARK TWAIN JR. HIGH Center | 20.6 mi | 6.5 |
| MARK TWAIN SR. HIGH Center | 20.6 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63334 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,705
Median Home Value
$145,800
Median Rent
$766/mo
Population
7,251
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
69.5%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
17.5%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARCADIA VALLEY ELEM. Ironton, MO | 7.6 |
| BALLWIN ELEM. Ballwin, MO | 7.6 |
| CARTHAGE INTERMEDIATE CENTER Carthage, MO | 7.6 |
| DARDENNE ELEM. O'Fallon, MO | 7.6 |
| DAVID HARRISON ELEMENTARY Springfield, MO | 7.6 |
| FAIRWAY ELEM. Wildwood, MO | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bowling Green Elem.
What grades does Bowling Green Elem. serve?
Bowling Green Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Bowling Green Elem.?
Bowling Green Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 558 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bowling Green Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Bowling Green Elem. is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bowling Green Elem. rank in MO?
Bowling Green Elem. ranks #472 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Bowling Green Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Bowling Green Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bowling Green Elem. has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Bowling Green Elem. a charter school?
No, Bowling Green Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bowling Green Elem. a Title I school?
No, Bowling Green Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bowling Green Elem.?
48.4% of students at Bowling Green 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 558
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Pike County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.7%
- Phone
- (573) 324-2042
Resources & Links
District
BOWLING GREEN R-I- District Enrollment
- 1,325
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,383
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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