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Bowmar Avenue School

Elementary School · VICKSBURG WARREN SCHOOL DIST

912 BOWMAR AVENUE, Vicksburg, MS 39180

Enrollment

343

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Mississippi schools

#433 of 863

In Vicksburg

#4 of 13

public schools

In district

#5 of 14

VICKSBURG WARREN SCHOOL DIST

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Bowmar Avenue School

6.6/10

Elementary School in Vicksburg · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bowmar Avenue School

Bowmar Avenue School is a public elementary school in Vicksburg, MS, part of VICKSBURG WARREN SCHOOL DIST. Bowmar Avenue School serves approximately 343 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Bowmar Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #433 of 863 schools in MS.

Structured state assessment records for Bowmar Avenue School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • MS avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1.71 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49% (2025 MAAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency63.9% (2025 MAAP)
Math vs. State Avg-4.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+14.1 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2025 MAAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 MAAP)
vs. Expected+16.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,723
Chronic Absenteeism9.9%

Bowmar Avenue School — Students at Bowmar Avenue School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MS MAAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 55.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 MAAP)
ELA Proficiency 61.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.1% (2025 MAAP)

Based on 37 test records from MS state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
28%
ELA
46%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
39%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
39%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
46%
ELA
56%
2025
Math
49%
ELA
63.9%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Bowmar Avenue School Compares

See how Bowmar Avenue School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
50th percentile in MS
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

912 BOWMAR AVENUE, Vicksburg, MS 39180

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bowmar Avenue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BOVINA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 8.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BEECHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WARRENTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 6.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Vicksburg, see our Vicksburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.8 mi
School Distance Rating
VICKSBURG HIGH SCHOOL Vicksburg 0.8 mi 5.4
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH KINDERGARTEN & PRESCHOOL Vicksburg 1.1 mi
VICKSBURG JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Vicksburg 1.1 mi 4.5
WARREN CENTRAL JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Vicksburg 1.2 mi 5.9
AGAPE MONTESSORI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Vicksburg 1.5 mi 6.9
ST FRANCIS XAVIER ELEM-VICKSBURG CATHOLIC SCHOOL Vicksburg 1.5 mi 6.5
ST ALOYSIUS HIGH SCHOOL-VICKSBURG CATHOLIC SCHOO Vicksburg 1.6 mi 6.3
PORTERS CHAPEL ACADEMY Vicksburg 2.2 mi 7.0
DANA ROAD ELEMENTARY Vicksburg 4.2 mi 2.3
VICKSBURG INTERMEDIATE Vicksburg 4.2 mi 5.6
BEECHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vicksburg 3.7 mi 8.3
WARREN CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Vicksburg 3.9 mi 4.3
SHERMAN AVE ELEMENTARY Vicksburg 4.5 mi 2.9
WARREN CENTRAL INTERMEDIATE Vicksburg 4.5 mi 5.6
WARRENTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vicksburg 6.3 mi 7.9
SOUTH PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vicksburg 7.0 mi 4.9
BOVINA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vicksburg 8.8 mi 9.2
REDWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Redwood 11.1 mi 7.7
Christian Acres Alternative School Tallulah 17.6 mi 4.9
TALLULAH ACADEMY Tallulah 17.8 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 39180 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,658

Median Home Value

$144,900

Median Rent

$917/mo

Population

29,311

College Educated

26%

Homeownership

70.4%

Avg Commute

20.9 min

Poverty Rate

20.5%

Median Age

40.5

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EARL TRAVILLION ATTENDANCE CENTER Hattiesburg, MS 6.6
PASS CHRISTIAN ELEM Pass Christian, MS 6.6
ST VINCENT DEPAUL Long Beach, MS 6.6
TUNICA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tunica, MS 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bowmar Avenue School

What grades does Bowmar Avenue School serve?

Bowmar Avenue School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Bowmar Avenue School?

Bowmar Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 343 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bowmar Avenue School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bowmar Avenue School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bowmar Avenue School rank in MS?

Bowmar Avenue School ranks #433 of 863 schools in MS.

What is Bowmar Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bowmar Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Bowmar Avenue School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bowmar Avenue School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bowmar Avenue School a charter school?

No, Bowmar Avenue School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bowmar Avenue School a Title I school?

No, Bowmar Avenue School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bowmar Avenue School?

100.0% of students at Bowmar Avenue 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
343
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Warren County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.9%

District

VICKSBURG WARREN SCHOOL DIST
District Enrollment
6,844
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,723
District Rank
#5 of 14

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