Serving 1,117 students in grades 9-12, Bowie High 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 22% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,117 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 73% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bowie High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bowie High School's student population of 1,117 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,117 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bowie High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bowie High School is 0.04, 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
#7725 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
98%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
2%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
73%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bowie High School's ranking?
Bowie High School is ranked #7725 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bowie High School often compared to?
Bowie High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Irvin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bowie High School?
The graduation rate of Bowie High School is 73%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Bowie High School?
1,117 students attend Bowie High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Bowie High School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bowie High School?
Bowie High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bowie High School offer ?
Bowie High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bowie High School part of?
Bowie High School is part of El Paso Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Bowie High School located?
Bowie High School is located in the Central El Paso neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 4 other public schools located in Central El Paso.
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