Serving 385 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Alton Bowen Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alton Bowen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Alton Bowen Elementary School's student population of 385 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
385 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Alton Bowen Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alton Bowen Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#3936 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%

Hispanic
34%
53%

Black
23%
13%

White
35%
25%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
57%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alton Bowen Elementary School's ranking?
Alton Bowen Elementary School is ranked #3936 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Alton Bowen Elementary School often compared to?
Alton Bowen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Travis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Alton Bowen Elementary School?
385 students attend Alton Bowen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Alton Bowen Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alton Bowen Elementary School?
Alton Bowen Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alton Bowen Elementary School offer ?
Alton Bowen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Alton Bowen Elementary School part of?
Alton Bowen Elementary School is part of Bryan Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Alton Bowen Elementary School located?
Alton Bowen Elementary School is located in the Tiffany Park neighborhood of Bryan, TX.
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