C+ Top 70%

Bowie School

Grades PK-05 CHICOPEE, MA

Dropped 342 spots from last year

#581 State Rank
C- District Grade
80 D.A.R.E. Way, CHICOPEE, MA 01022
Diverse
MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated December 2025
260 Students
93.4% Attendance Rate
41.8 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

38% Proficient or Above
6% Advanced

Mathematics

36.3% Proficient or Above
7% Advanced

Science

33% Proficient or Above
4% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 03 47% 12%
2025 English Language Arts 04 38% 2%
2025 English Language Arts 05 29% 4%
2025 Mathematics 03 30% 12%
2025 Mathematics 04 44% 0%
2025 Mathematics 05 35% 2%
2025 Science 05 33% 4%
2024 English Language Arts 03 51% 4%
2024 English Language Arts 04 24% 4%
2024 English Language Arts 05 48% 3%
2024 Mathematics 03 44% 4%
2024 Mathematics 04 38% 6%
2024 Mathematics 05 60% 8%
2024 Science 05 63% 10%
2023 English Language Arts 03 34% 12%

MCAS is administered annually to students in grades 3-8 and 10. Scores reflect the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level expectations.

Student Demographics

260 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 56.2%
Hispanic 32.3%
Black 5%
Multiracial 4.2%
Asian 1.9%

Gender

48.8% Male
51.2% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 2.7%
Special Education 18.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch 40.4%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

93.4% Attendance Rate
18.9% Chronic Absence

Staffing

C+-Rated School

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bowie School's grade rating?

Bowie School has earned a grade of C+, ranked #581 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 70% of Massachusetts Elementary schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend Bowie School?

Approximately 260 students are enrolled at Bowie School.

How does Bowie School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Bowie School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (38% proficient), Mathematics (36% proficient), Science (33% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Bowie School?

Bowie School has an attendance rate of 93.4%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Bowie School part of?

Bowie School is part of Chicopee School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.