Serving 342 students in grades 3-5, Bowie Intermediate School 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 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bowie Intermediate School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Bowie school district, covering approximately 282.8 square miles in Bowie, TX. The typical drive to the school is around 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 9.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 16.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bowie Intermediate School's student population of 342 students has declined by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 61% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
342 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
It's a Great Day to be a Jackrabbit
School Rankings
Bowie Intermediate School 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 Intermediate School is 0.40, 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
#5398 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
21%
54%
White
75%
24%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bowie Intermediate School's ranking?
Bowie Intermediate School is ranked #5398 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bowie Intermediate School often compared to?
Bowie Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Windthorst Elementary School, Carson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bowie Intermediate School?
342 students attend Bowie Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Bowie Intermediate School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bowie Intermediate School?
Bowie Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bowie Intermediate School offer ?
Bowie Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Bowie Intermediate School part of?
Bowie Intermediate School is part of Bowie Independent School District.
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