Serving 478 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bowie 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 42% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bowie Elementary School's student population of 478 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Bowie 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 Bowie Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#3614 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
53%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
34%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Bowie Elementary School's ranking?
Bowie Elementary School is ranked #3614 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bowie Elementary School?
478 students attend Bowie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Bowie Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bowie Elementary School?
Bowie Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bowie Elementary School offer ?
Bowie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bowie Elementary School part of?
Bowie Elementary School is part of Abilene Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Bowie Elementary School located?
Bowie Elementary School is located in the Over Place Area neighborhood of Abilene, TX.
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