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Bowman Charter

Ackerman Charter · Placer County · 13777 Bowman Road, Auburn, CA 95603-3147

(530) 885-1974 · www.ackerman.k12.ca.us

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8/10
#1233
Rank 1233 out of 5,722
Top 22%
English Language Arts8/10 · #1320 · 77th percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #1511 · 74th percentile
Science9/10 · #659 · 88th percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

Tucked into the foothills of Auburn, Bowman Charter stands out as one of the stronger elementary options in Placer County, with particularly impressive science scores that reflect a hands-on, inquiry-driven approach to learning. Families drawn to a smaller charter environment — where kids get more individual attention and the community feels tight-knit — tend to thrive here. Auburn itself has that sweet spot of small-town charm with easy access to Sacramento, making it a great fit for families who want outdoor adventures, good schools, and a slower pace of life all in one place.

Student Demographics

380 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
266 (70%)
Hispanic
70 (18%)
Multiple Races
33 (9%)
Other
11 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners27 (7%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged149 (39%)
Students with Disabilities47 (12%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

606
Enrollment
28.1
Teachers (FTE)
21.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
26.1
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs3/10 · #4774 · 21st percentile

44 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found