Serving 294 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bowling Green Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bowling Green Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Bowling Green Elementary School's student population of 294 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
294 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bowling Green Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bowling Green Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#668 out of 3655 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
75%
36%
Black
4%
21%
White
20%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bowling Green Elementary School's ranking?
Bowling Green Elementary School is ranked #668 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Bowling Green Elementary School often compared to?
Bowling Green Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hilltop Elementary School, North Wauchula Elementary School, Wauchula Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Bowling Green Elementary School?
294 students attend Bowling Green Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Bowling Green Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bowling Green Elementary School?
Bowling Green Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Bowling Green Elementary School offer ?
Bowling Green Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bowling Green Elementary School part of?
Bowling Green Elementary School is part of Hardee School District.
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