For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 505 students in Simms, TX.
The top ranked public schools in Simms, TX are James Bowie Elementary School, James Bowie Middle School and James Bowie High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Simms, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Simms have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Simms, TX (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
James Bowie Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7497 Us Hwy 67 W
Simms, TX 75574
(903) 543-2219
Simms, TX 75574
(903) 543-2219
Grades: PK-5
| 221 students
Rank: #22.
James Bowie Middle School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7497 Us Hwy 67 W
Simms, TX 75574
(903) 543-2219
Simms, TX 75574
(903) 543-2219
Grades: 6-8
| 130 students
Rank: #33.
James Bowie High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7497 Us Hwy 67 W
Simms, TX 75574
(903) 543-2219
Simms, TX 75574
(903) 543-2219
Grades: 9-12
| 154 students
Simms, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
New Boston Daep (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
700 N Bowie
Simms, TX 75574
(903) 628-6574
Simms, TX 75574
(903) 628-6574
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Simms, TX?
The top ranked public schools in Simms, TX include James Bowie Elementary School, James Bowie Middle School and James Bowie High School.
How many public schools are located in Simms?
3 public schools are located in Simms.
What is the racial composition of students in Simms?
Simms public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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