Serving 326 students in grades 6, Bowie 6th Grade Campus ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Bowie 6th Grade Campus serves the southeast part of Amarillo, TX, covering an area of approximately 11.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically live 5-10 minutes from the school, with an average distance of 2.1 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum distance of 3.6 miles to the farthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bowie 6th Grade Campus's student population of 326 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
Total Students
326 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Bowie 6th Grade Campus ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bowie 6th Grade Campus is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6703 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
84%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
11%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bowie 6th Grade Campus's ranking?
Bowie 6th Grade Campus is ranked #6703 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bowie 6th Grade Campus?
326 students attend Bowie 6th Grade Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Bowie 6th Grade Campus students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bowie 6th Grade Campus?
Bowie 6th Grade Campus has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bowie 6th Grade Campus offer ?
Bowie 6th Grade Campus offers enrollment in grades 6
What school district is Bowie 6th Grade Campus part of?
Bowie 6th Grade Campus is part of Amarillo Independent School District.
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