Needs Improvement
#8137 of 8,552 schools in TX
Bowden Academy
Elementary School · SAN ANTONIO ISD
515 WILLOW ST, San Antonio, TX 78202
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,137 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#439 of 516
public schools
In district
#68 of 94
SAN ANTONIO ISD
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About Bowden Academy
Bowden Academy is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of SAN ANTONIO ISD. Bowden Academy serves approximately 436 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Bowden Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,137 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Bowden Academy show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.6
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
54% of students at Bowden Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Bowden Academy — Students at Bowden Academy score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.6/10.
How Bowden Academy Compares
See how Bowden Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
515 WILLOW ST, San Antonio, TX 78202
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bowden Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PAUL'S EPISCOPAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IDEA CARVER ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PAULS EPISCOPAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio | 0.4 mi | — |
| JJAEP New Braunfels | 0.4 mi | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio | 0.4 mi | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio | 0.4 mi | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio | 0.4 mi | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio | 0.4 mi | — |
| NORTH EAST J J A E P San Antonio | 0.4 mi | — |
| NISD BEXAR COUNTY JJA San Antonio | 0.4 mi | 3.1 |
| JJA San Antonio | 0.4 mi | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio | 0.4 mi | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio | 0.4 mi | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio | 0.4 mi | — |
| IDEA CARVER COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| IDEA CARVER ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| ST PAULS EPISCOPAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| ST PAUL'S EPISCOPAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| HEALY-MURPHY San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| HEALY MURPHY PK San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 3.3 |
| HEALY-MURPHY CENTER San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| WASHINGTON EL San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,708
Median Home Value
$223,900
Median Rent
$1,218/mo
Population
9,952
College Educated
26.4%
Homeownership
53.5%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
25.3%
Median Age
37.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| ADAMS HILL EL San Antonio, TX | 3.3 |
| BARRINGTON EL Austin, TX | 3.3 |
| BLACK EL Houston, TX | 3.3 |
| CHAPEL HILL ACADEMY Fort Worth, TX | 3.3 |
| CLINT Q SMITH EL Duncanville, TX | 3.3 |
| CODWELL EL Houston, TX | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bowden Academy
What grades does Bowden Academy serve?
Bowden Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Bowden Academy?
Bowden Academy has an enrollment of approximately 436 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bowden Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Bowden Academy is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bowden Academy rank in TX?
Bowden Academy ranks #8,137 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Bowden Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Bowden Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bowden Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bowden Academy has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bowden Academy a charter school?
No, Bowden Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bowden Academy a Title I school?
No, Bowden Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bowden Academy?
93.6% of students at Bowden Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 436
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.1%
- Phone
- (210) 738-9770
Resources & Links
District
SAN ANTONIO ISD- District Enrollment
- 44,670
- Schools in District
- 98
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,971
- District Rank
- #68 of 94
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