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Bowman County

North Dakota · Public K-12

Bowman County's 6 public schools sit inside North Dakota and collectively enroll about 643 K-12 students across 4 elementary and 2 high.

7-year change in Bowman County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
643
+22 (+4%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
6
+1 (+20%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
87%
was 89%
% Hispanic
8%
was 7%
% Black
1%
was 2%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Schools
6
2 districts
Enrollment
643
NCES CCD
Median income
$72,109
Below North Dakota avg
Free/reduced lunch
19.7%
Below North Dakota avg
Elementary
4
350 students
Middle
0
schools
High
2
293 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
BOWMAN CO 1
508 students · 2 districts in Bowman County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Bowman County residents (Census ACS 5-year). Right bar is the enrollment-weighted makeup of public schools in the county (NCES CCD). NCES systematically under-reports Hispanic, Pacific Islander, and Native American enrollment for many schools; where the resident share is meaningful but the reported school share is zero, we mark the school bar "not reported".

County residents
White
92%
Hispanic
3%
Black
0%
Asian
0%
Two or more
4%
Native American
2%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
87%
Hispanic
8%
Black
1%
Asian
0%
Two or more
2%
Native American
2%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
27.0%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
12.0%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
3.1%
civilian labor
Median age
43
24.7% under 18

Test scores in Bowman County

Latest 2024-25 ELA proficiency, 3 schools ranked. North Dakota state average: 38.7%.

See all 3 schools in Bowman County ranked by score →

All schools (6)

LargestA-ZTop rated
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
BOWMAN CO HIGH SCHOOLBowmanHigh07-12231·
BOWMAN CO ELEMENTARY SCHOOLBowmanElementaryKG-06230·
SCRANTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOLScrantonElementaryPK-0673·
SCRANTON HIGH SCHOOLScrantonHigh07-1262·
BOWMAN CO PRESCHOOLBowmanElementaryPK-PK34·
RHAME ELEMENTARY SCHOOLRhameElementaryKG-0613·

Cities in Bowman County

Bowman3 schoolsScranton2 schoolsRhame1 school

About Bowman County

Across the sparse North Dakota county of Bowman County of about 2,906 residents, the public-school footprint covers 6 schools and about 643 students.

Looking at the broader picture, census numbers show median household income runs near $72,109, roughly 27% of adults have completed at least a four-year degree, and the federal-poverty share is near 12%.

Looking at the level breakdown, Bowman County comprises 4 elementary schools (350 students), and 2 high schools (293).

BOWMAN CO 1 dominates the local landscape, accounting for roughly 508 students on its own.

Five-year track record. Total public-school enrollment in Bowman County has expanded 4% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 621 students to 643. Over that span, Bowman County gained 1 school, going from 5 to 6.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Bowman County discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Bowman County?
Bowman County, North Dakota has 6 public K-12 schools serving approximately 643 students.
How many high schools are in Bowman County?
Bowman County, North Dakota has 2 public high schools, serving approximately 293 students.
How many elementary schools are in Bowman County?
Bowman County, North Dakota has 4 public elementary schools, serving approximately 350 students.
What is the largest school district in Bowman County?
BOWMAN CO 1 is the largest school district in Bowman County, serving approximately 508 students. The county contains 2 school districts overall.
What is the population of Bowman County?
Bowman County, North Dakota has a population of approximately 2,906, with a median age of 43. About 24.7% of residents are under 18.
What is the median household income in Bowman County?
Median household income in Bowman County is $72,109, below the North Dakota average of $73,179. About 12.0% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Bowman County?
Approximately 27.0% of adults 25 and older in Bowman County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of students in Bowman County qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Roughly 19.7% of students in Bowman County public schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a common proxy for low-income enrollment. This is lower than the North Dakota county average of 33.7%.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Bowman County schools?
Across Bowman County public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 10.7 to 1.
What is the racial makeup of Bowman County?
Bowman County residents are approximately 92% White, 3% Hispanic, 4% two or more races according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data