Needs Improvement
#7644 of 8,552 schools in TX
Bowie Middle
Middle School · ECTOR COUNTY ISD
P O BOX 3912, Odessa, TX 79760
Enrollment
872
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
3.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
872
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
3.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,644 of 8,552
In Odessa
#33 of 48
public schools
In district
#29 of 43
ECTOR COUNTY ISD
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Bowie Middle
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About Bowie Middle
Bowie Middle is a public middle school in Odessa, TX, part of ECTOR COUNTY ISD. Bowie Middle serves approximately 872 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Bowie Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,644 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Bowie Middle show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Bowie Middle 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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Bowie Middle — Students at Bowie Middle score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.2%
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: 2.7/10.
How Bowie Middle Compares
See how Bowie Middle 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
P O BOX 3912, Odessa, TX 79760
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bowie Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WILSON & YOUNG MEDAL OF HONOR MIDDLE (rated 6.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CROCKETT MIDDLE (rated 4.0/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Odessa, see our Odessa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIDDIE KOLLEGE PRESCHOOL Odessa | 0.3 mi | — |
| PREMIER H S ODESSA Lewisville | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| ODESSA CAREER AND TECHNICAL EARLY COLLEGE H S Odessa | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| SAN JACINTO EL Odessa | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| ODESSA COLLEGIATE ACADEMY EARLY COLLEGE H S Odessa | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| ODESSA H S Odessa | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| REG DAY SCHOOL FOR DEAF Odessa | 0.7 mi | — |
| GEORGE H W BUSH NEW TECH ODESSA Odessa | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| RICHARD MILBURN ACADEMY ODESSA Odessa | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| ST MARYS CENTRAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Odessa | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| AUSTIN MONTESSORI MAGNET Odessa | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| GALE POND ALAMO EL Odessa | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| SAM HOUSTON EL Odessa | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| BURLESON EL Odessa | 1.2 mi | 2.8 |
| PEASE EL Odessa | 1.1 mi | 1.8 |
| CROCKETT MIDDLE Odessa | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| WILSON & YOUNG MEDAL OF HONOR MIDDLE Odessa | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| NOEL EL Odessa | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| CAMERON DUAL LANGUAGE MAGNET Odessa | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| DOWLING EL Odessa | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
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| CONNALLY J H Elm Mott, TX | 3.9 |
| D J RED SIMON MIDDLE Kyle, TX | 3.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bowie Middle
What grades does Bowie Middle serve?
Bowie Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Bowie Middle?
Bowie Middle has an enrollment of approximately 872 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bowie Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Bowie Middle is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bowie Middle rank in TX?
Bowie Middle ranks #7,644 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Bowie Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Bowie Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bowie Middle has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bowie Middle a charter school?
No, Bowie Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bowie Middle a Title I school?
No, Bowie Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bowie Middle?
82.2% of students at Bowie Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 872
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ector County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.9%
- Phone
- (432) 456-0439
Resources & Links
District
ECTOR COUNTY ISD- District Enrollment
- 33,426
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,723
- District Rank
- #29 of 43
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