Serving 721 students in grades 6-8, Bowie Middle 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 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 721 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bowie Middle School's student population of 721 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
721 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to graduate every student prepared for life and success beyond high school
School Rankings
Bowie Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bowie Middle School is 0.30, 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
#4459 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
83%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
12%
24%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bowie Middle School's ranking?
Bowie Middle School is ranked #4459 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bowie Middle School?
721 students attend Bowie Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Bowie Middle School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bowie Middle School?
Bowie Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bowie Middle School offer ?
Bowie Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bowie Middle School part of?
Bowie Middle School is part of Amarillo Independent School District.
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