Serving 822 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bowman Ashe/doolin K-8 Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 822 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bowman Ashe/doolin K-8 Academy's student population of 822 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
822 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
Bowman Ashe/doolin K-8 Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bowman Ashe/doolin K-8 Academy is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1102 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
96%
37%
Black
1%
21%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bowman Ashe/doolin K-8 Academy's ranking?
Bowman Ashe/doolin K-8 Academy is ranked #1102 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Bowman Ashe/doolin K-8 Academy often compared to?
Bowman Ashe/doolin K-8 Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Claude Pepper Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Bowman Ashe/doolin K-8 Academy?
822 students attend Bowman Ashe/doolin K-8 Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Bowman Ashe/doolin K-8 Academy students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bowman Ashe/doolin K-8 Academy?
Bowman Ashe/doolin K-8 Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bowman Ashe/doolin K-8 Academy offer ?
Bowman Ashe/doolin K-8 Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bowman Ashe/doolin K-8 Academy part of?
Bowman Ashe/doolin K-8 Academy is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Bowman Ashe/doolin K-8 Academy located?
Bowman Ashe/doolin K-8 Academy is located in the West End neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 49 other public schools located in West End.
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Last Day of School
May 26, 2025 (Monday)
First day of school
August 14, 2025 (Thursday)
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