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Very Good

#433 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 24% in state

Bowers Elementary

Elementary School · Roane County

120 Breazeale ST, Harriman, TN 37748

Enrollment

543

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#433 of 1,786

In Harriman

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#6 of 18

Roane County

Academic growth

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Bowers Elementary

7.7/10

Elementary School in Harriman · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Harriman High School

4.2/10

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6.4/10

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About Bowers Elementary

Bowers Elementary is a public elementary school in Harriman, TN, part of Roane County. Bowers Elementary serves approximately 543 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Bowers Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #433 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Bowers Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.7
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency35% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.7% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-4.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.1 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+0.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,003
Chronic Absenteeism21.9%

Bowers Elementary — Students at Bowers Elementary score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 34.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
40%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
44%
2013
Math
46%
ELA
38%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
38%
2016
Math
34%
ELA
28%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
24%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
29.3%
ELA
35.8%
2025
Math
35%
ELA
38.7%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Bowers Elementary Compares

See how Bowers Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
76th percentile in TN
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.9%

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

120 Breazeale ST, Harriman, TN 37748

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bowers Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Midtown Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Ridge View Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Rockwood), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Midway Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Kingston), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Harriman, see our Harriman schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Harriman High School Harriman 1.8 mi 4.2
Harriman Middle School Harriman 1.9 mi 6.4
Midtown Elementary Harriman 2.5 mi 7.8
Midtown Educational Center Harriman 3.2 mi 5.1
Roane County Virtual Academy Harriman 3.2 mi 5.2
Roane County High School Kingston 3.6 mi 5.6
CALVARY BAPTIST SCHOOL Kingston 3.8 mi 5.5
SAILAWAY LEARNING & ACADEMY Kingston 3.9 mi 2.9
Oakdale School Oakdale 4.7 mi 6.4
Cherokee Middle School Kingston 4.9 mi 6.7
Kingston Elementary Kingston 5.7 mi 7.0
NEW SYSTEM SCHOOL INC. Rockwood 7.2 mi 6.8
Rockwood Middle School Rockwood 7.8 mi 6.3
Rockwood High School Rockwood 7.8 mi 4.3
Midway Elementary Kingston 9.4 mi 7.2
Midway Middle School Ten Mile 9.6 mi 8.2
Midway High School Kingston 9.6 mi 8.0
Ridge View Elementary Rockwood 8.3 mi 7.8
Central Middle School Wartburg 12.0 mi 4.3
Coalfield School Coalfield 11.0 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37748 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,649

Median Home Value

$173,600

Median Rent

$760/mo

Population

17,021

College Educated

20.2%

Homeownership

74.6%

Avg Commute

27.6 min

Poverty Rate

15.5%

Median Age

47.1

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Haynesfield Elementary Bristol, TN 7.7
Joppa Elementary Rutledge, TN 7.7
Journey East Academy Memphis, TN 7.7
KIPP Nashville College Prep Elementary Nashville, TN 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bowers Elementary

What grades does Bowers Elementary serve?

Bowers Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Bowers Elementary?

Bowers Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 543 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bowers Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Bowers Elementary 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 Bowers Elementary rank in TN?

Bowers Elementary ranks #433 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Bowers Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Bowers Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Bowers Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bowers Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bowers Elementary a charter school?

No, Bowers Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bowers Elementary a Title I school?

No, Bowers Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
25 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
15 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
543
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Roane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.9%

District

Roane County
District Enrollment
6,318
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,003
District Rank
#6 of 18

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