Serving 2,828 students in grades 9-12, Bowie High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,828 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bowie High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bowie High School's student population of 2,828 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 167 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,828 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
167 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bowie High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bowie High School is 0.57, 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
#908 out of 8079 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
29%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
59%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bowie High School's ranking?
Bowie High School is ranked #908 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bowie High School?
The graduation rate of Bowie High School is 99%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Bowie High School?
2,828 students attend Bowie High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Bowie High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bowie High School?
Bowie High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bowie High School offer ?
Bowie High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bowie High School part of?
Bowie High School is part of Austin ISD School District.
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