Bowerman Elem. vs Watkins Elem.
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 784 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bowerman Elem.
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
275 students
Watkins Elem.
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
252 students
| Measure | Bowerman Elem. Springfield, Missouri | Watkins Elem. Springfield, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1000 of 1,159 | #990 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #42550 of 50,301 | #42030 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 275 | 252 |
| Enrollment | 275 | 252 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.7% | 78.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 22% |
| city | Springfield | Springfield |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (23.6 vs 24.5).
- •Watkins Elem. does better on math proficiency (22% vs 12%).
- •Bowerman Elem. does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Watkins Elem. does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.2% vs 88.7%).
- •Bowerman Elem. does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 13.3).
- •Bowerman Elem. is the larger school with 275 students compared with 252.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Bowerman Elem. better than Watkins Elem.?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Bowerman Elem. and Watkins Elem.?
About 784 m in a straight line, between Springfield and Springfield in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bowerman Elem.: 275. Watkins Elem.: 252. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bowerman Elem. and Watkins Elem. rank in Missouri?
Bowerman Elem. is 1000th of 1,159 and Watkins Elem. is 990th of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).