Serving 570 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, James Bowie Fine Arts Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: James Bowie Fine Arts Academy serves the northern part of Midland, TX, covering an area of approximately 3.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Bowie Fine Arts Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
James Bowie Fine Arts Academy's student population of 570 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
570 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
School Rankings
James Bowie Fine Arts Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Bowie Fine Arts Academy is 0.56, 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
#1025 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
52%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Black
3%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
White
42%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Bowie Fine Arts Academy's ranking?
James Bowie Fine Arts Academy is ranked #1025 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are James Bowie Fine Arts Academy often compared to?
James Bowie Fine Arts Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory Elementary School, Midland Academy Charter School, General Tommy Franks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend James Bowie Fine Arts Academy?
570 students attend James Bowie Fine Arts Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of James Bowie Fine Arts Academy students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Bowie Fine Arts Academy?
James Bowie Fine Arts Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does James Bowie Fine Arts Academy offer ?
James Bowie Fine Arts Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is James Bowie Fine Arts Academy part of?
James Bowie Fine Arts Academy is part of Midland Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is James Bowie Fine Arts Academy located?
James Bowie Fine Arts Academy is located in the Club Estates neighborhood of Midland, TX.
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