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Bowman Elementary School

9 PHILIP RD LEXINGTON MA 02421

About Bowman Elementary School

Bowman Elementary is a school in Lexington for kids from kindergarten to fifth grade. It's part of the Lexington Public Schools, which are recognized as one of the best school systems in Massachusetts. Our school typically has about 350 to 380 students, and since one teacher looks after roughly 13 students, each child really gets individual attention. So, from what the state is showing, a good chunk of kids—like, 80 to 85%—are doing okay with reading. For math, it's a bit lower, about 75 to 80%, but that's still pretty good in general.

This shows that kids are doing well in school. The school's student population is pretty mixed, with boys and girls making up about half each. Teachers excel at clear communication, thoughtful instruction, and cultivating strong relationships with families. Parents always say the school has a really calm and supportive vibe, but they also mention that the school definitely pushes the kids to do their best. Homes around Lexington usually start around $1.3 million to $2 million, which means a lot of families will get to stick around in this community for a good while. "At Bowman Elementary, school is a truly great experience for kids. This school is the best school in Massachusetts.

Contact Information

Address

9 PHILIP RD LEXINGTON MA 02421

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Phone

(781) 861-2500

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 49%
Reading 49%
State average proficiency is 49% in Math and 49% in Reading.
38
Full-time Teachers
12 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
14
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
451
Total Students
$78727
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 19 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Bowman Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:45 AM - 3:45 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:30 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 38.6%
Asian 41.9%
Hispanic 5.3%
Black 4.2%
Two+ Races 10%
Native Am. 0%
White
38.6%
Asian
41.9%
Hispanic
5.3%
Black
4.2%
Two+ Races
10%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 451
48.8%
220 Female
51.2%
231 Male

Student Population

451 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 12 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

The 5th Annual hike begins at Bowman Elementary (9 Philip Rd). While often celebrated in the spring, the Association of Black Citizens of Lexington (ABCL) is hosting related history screenings throughout February to honor local Black Patriots.


FAQ

Q1. What grade levels does Bowman Elementary School serve?

Ans. Bowman Elementary School serves students from kindergarten through 5th grade, according to Lexington Public Schools information.


Q2. Is Bowman Elementary School part of a highly rated school district?

Ans. Yes, Bowman Elementary School is part of Lexington Public Schools.


Q3. Does Bowman Elementary School have a special curriculum for students with learning differences?

Ans. The school follows district-provided special education and student support services; parents are encouraged to contact the school directly to discuss individual needs.


Q4. Does Bowman Elementary School provide student transportation?

Ans. Transportation details are not clearly listed online; parents should contact Bowman Elementary School or the district directly for information.

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5. How does Bowman Elementary School communicate with parents?

Ans. The school uses district communication tools and parent-teacher conferences; parents should contact the school for specific communication methods.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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