Serving 1,473 students in grades 6-8, James Bowie Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,473 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: James Bowie Middle serves the northwest part of Richmond, TX, covering an area of approximately 14.3 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive, with an average distance of about 6.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 9.6 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Bowie Middle School 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 Middle School's student population of 1,473 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,473 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
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School Rankings
James Bowie Middle School 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 Middle School is 0.78, which is more 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
#1309 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 12-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 12-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
20%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Hispanic
24%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Black
26%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
White
24%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-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 Middle School's ranking?
James Bowie Middle School is ranked #1309 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are James Bowie Middle School often compared to?
James Bowie Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dulles Middle School, David Crockett Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend James Bowie Middle School?
1,473 students attend James Bowie Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
26% of James Bowie Middle School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Bowie Middle School?
James Bowie Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does James Bowie Middle School offer ?
James Bowie Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is James Bowie Middle School part of?
James Bowie Middle School is part of Fort Bend Independent School District.
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