Serving 1,639 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,639 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
James Bowie Middle School's student population of 1,639 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,639 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
James Bowie Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Bowie Middle School is 0.77, 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
#1402 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
5%
Hispanic
23%
53%
Black
29%
13%
White
25%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
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 #1402 out of 8,188 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
1,639 students attend James Bowie Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of James Bowie Middle School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James Bowie Middle School?
James Bowie Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, 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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