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Bowen Elementary School
(502) 485-8213
1601 Roosevelt Ave
Louisville, KY 40242
Level: K-5
District: Jefferson County

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In-depth school information including test scores, student stats, parent ratings and reviews for Bowen Elementary School, Louisville, KY.

Cenus Info	Value	Year
White, non-Hispanic:	71.78%	(2006)
Black, non-Hispanic:	21.13%	(2006)
Hispanic:	3.15%	(2006)
Asian/Pacific Islander:	3.81%	(2006)
Native American or Native Alaskan:	0.13%	(2006)
Student Teacher Ratio:	19.1%	(2006)
Percent Free and Reduced Price Lunch:	29%	(2006)

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Bowen Elementary School Ratings Summary

Average Quality Rating	5
Average Principals Rating	5
Average Teachers Rating	5
Average Activities Rating	5
Average Parents Rating	5
Average Safety Rating	5

Bowen Elementary School Reviews


Posted By: other Quality Score: decline 2008-10-03 “I used to go to Bowen and while I was there I loved it. Mr. Tyra always joked around with the kids. And the teachers were fun. I didnt want to leave and go to middle school but I did. I still go up to Bowen to visit the teachers and staff. And they are still as fun as they were when I went there. So for all you parents who are trying to find a school for your kids to go to Bowen should be at the top of your list. -Jasmine Lockard, a Bowen graduate.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 5 2007-12-23 “I have 5 children and 2 of my children went to Bowen - it is really the best school that any of my children have ever gone to. Mr. Tyre is wonderful and really loves the kids. I would highly recommend this school over many of the private schools in the area.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 5 2007-05-21 “Award-winning PTA; outstanding parental involvement; open-door policy; principal, faculty & staff who put kids first” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 5 2006-07-26 “Administration, teachers, and support staff are all top quality! Children come first at Bowen. Clear and high academic expectations are set for each child and the staff provides an encouraging, diverse, and fun learning environment for all. Bowen PTA is unbeatable. Mr. Tyra and the PTA work hard on promoting an inviting and family friendly school. The tone is set by the open door policy, volunteer workfest, and our wonderful Family Fun Nights each month! I am glad that my children are attending 'The Greatest School on Earth'! Thanks Bowen!!” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 5 2006-07-25 “From the first time we met Mr. Tyra and he took our son on a tour, we knew it was all about the kids for him. The school reflects that in its staff and its parent involvement. My eldest son read at a high level as a kindergartener and was vertically teamed into a first grade class for reading and science. He finished the year as a first grader. He is now entering fifth grade, his second year in the advanced program and my second son will start as a kindergartener this fall. I have no doubt that this totally different child will recieve the care and education that is suited to him by Mr. Tyra and his staff. I would not have my children go anywhere else.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: decline 2006-05-12 “Due to over enrollment, our son, who was deemed one of the 'best and brightest', was forced to move from a 3rd grade class to a 4th grade class. When we told Mr. Tyra this would not be a good placement for our son he said it didn't matter what we, the parents, wanted 'this is the way it is going to be'. We knew our son made good grades/test scores but children are more than that. Emotionally and socially he struggled and his grades plummeted and consequently, his self-esteem and attitude. His grades went from A's to C's, D's, and U's. Since the school has SBDM no one has the authority, and we went as high as the Commissioner of Education for Kentucky, to force Mr. Tyra to treat our son fairly. The SBDM policy gives Mr. Tyra full decision over classroom placement and as parents we have no voice.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 5 2005-07-24 “Kids come first at Bowen. From the principal, to the teachers, to the office staff, to the cafeteria staff, to the PTA, to the parents... it's all about the kids. Definitely 'The Greatest School on Earth!'” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 5 2004-10-10 “This is 'The Greatest School on Earth', involved parents, good teachers and staff. Retired teachers continue to stay involved, wonderful principal and an outstanding PTA.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 5 2004-09-06 “I currently have 2 kids attending Bowen, both my kids and I love the school. Mr. Tyra has an open door policy both with himself and the classrooms. He encourages parent participation and the teachers welcome you with open arms. Not only are my kids receiving a well rounded A+ education at a great price (you can't beat free), but they are having fun while doing it. The staff (from the front office to the cafeteria) is wonderful. My kids always have a fun story to tell about school. The PTA plans many activities for the families that encourage interaction with other families (Family Fun Nights are the best). We travel 25 mins by car or 60 mins by school bus to get to school, It is definitely worth the trip.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 5 2004-08-11 “I love this school i was real close to paying for the son to go to a private school until we moved into the Bowen area. Everyone is great at this school from the cooks to the housekeepers when you walk thru the doors it's almost like my 3rd home all of the teachers,office ladies, and all of the parents are great and this is our 3rd year here. Mr. T is the greates principal on earth”