Excellent
#374 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 4% in state
Bowie EL
Elementary School · RICHARDSON ISD
7643 LA MANGA DR, Dallas, TX 75248
Enrollment
640
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
640
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#374 of 8,552
In Dallas
#35 of 374
public schools
In district
#8 of 54
RICHARDSON ISD
Academic performance
9.3 / 10
Excellent
School snapshot
What to know before comparing options
The same-level public shortlist gets clearer beside Mohawk EL, Brentfield EL, Spring Creek EL, Arapaho Classical Magnet, Prestonwood EL, and Northwood Hills EL. Bowie EL's 8.9/10 MySchoolScout profile makes it a serious Dallas elementary option. The academic signal gives Bowie EL's profile more substance than a nearby-school sort alone.
Official checks
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 6.3
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Bowie EL — Students at Bowie EL score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
13.1%
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: 8.8/10.
How Bowie EL Compares
See how Bowie EL 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
7643 LA MANGA DR, Dallas, TX 75248
Nearby Schools and Labeled Alternatives
20 within 2.0 miSame-level public alternatives named in the source packet are listed first when present; broader nearby rows keep their level or type label.
| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MOHAWK EL Richardson Same-level public option | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| BRENTFIELD EL Dallas Same-level public option | 0.9 mi | 9.4 |
| SPRING CREEK EL Dallas Same-level public option | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| ARAPAHO CLASSICAL MAGNET Richardson Same-level public option | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| PRESTONWOOD EL Dallas Same-level public option | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| NORTHWOOD HILLS EL Dallas Same-level public option | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| PEARCE H S Richardson High row | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| WESTWOOD MATH SCIENCE LEADERSHIP MAGNET Dallas Middle row | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| PIONEER TECHNOLOGY AND ARTS ACADEMY NORTH DALLAS Dallas regular row | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| PARKHILL J H Dallas Middle row | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| CHASE'S PLACE Richardson Private row | 1.0 mi | — |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF RICHARDSON Richardson Elementary row | 1.2 mi | — |
| RICHARDSON WEST TECHNOLOGY AND ARTS MAGNET Richardson Middle row | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| FRANKFORD MIDDLE Dallas Middle row | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| RICHARDSON H S Richardson High row | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dallas Elementary row | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| ANN & NATE LEVINE ACADEMY Dallas Elementary row | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| FAIRHILL SCHOOL Dallas Private row | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| GREENWOOD HILLS EL Richardson Elementary public row | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| TORAH DAY SCHOOL OF DALLAS Dallas Elementary row | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75248 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,063
Median Home Value
$543,000
Median Rent
$1,602/mo
Population
37,644
College Educated
65.3%
Homeownership
53.8%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
40
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARAPAHO CLASSICAL MAGNET Richardson, TX | 8.9 |
| BALDWIN EL Austin, TX | 8.9 |
| BARKSDALE EL Plano, TX | 8.9 |
| BARTON CREEK EL Austin, TX | 8.9 |
| BOGGESS EL Murphy, TX | 8.9 |
| BRADFIELD EL Dallas, TX | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bowie EL
What grades does Bowie EL serve?
Bowie EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Bowie EL?
Bowie EL has an enrollment of approximately 640 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bowie EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Bowie EL is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bowie EL rank in TX?
Bowie EL ranks #374 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Bowie EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Bowie EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Bowie EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bowie EL has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bowie EL a charter school?
No, Bowie EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bowie EL a Title I school?
No, Bowie EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bowie EL?
13.1% of students at Bowie EL 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 640
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 13.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 4.5%
- Phone
- (469) 593-6000
Resources & Links
District
RICHARDSON ISD- District Enrollment
- 37,085
- Schools in District
- 55
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,101
- District Rank
- #8 of 54
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