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Bowie Pri

Elementary School · SULPHUR SPRINGS ISD

631 CONNALLY ST, Sulphur Springs, TX 75482

Enrollment

324

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,406 of 8,552

In Sulphur Springs

#9 of 10

public schools

In district

#7 of 8

SULPHUR SPRINGS ISD

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Bowie Pri

5.7/10

Elementary School in Sulphur Springs · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bowie Pri

Bowie Pri is a public elementary school in Sulphur Springs, TX, part of SULPHUR SPRINGS ISD. Bowie Pri serves approximately 324 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Bowie Pri has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #5,406 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Bowie Pri show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-4.06 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+1.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.3 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-5.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,619
Chronic Absenteeism13%

Bowie Pri — Students at Bowie Pri score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 53.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 55.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 18 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
45%
ELA
42%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Bowie Pri Compares

See how Bowie Pri performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
37th percentile in TX
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

631 CONNALLY ST, Sulphur Springs, TX 75482

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bowie Pri may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BARBARA BUSH PRI (rated 9.1/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTH HOPKINS EL (rated 9.1/10, 10.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SULPHUR SPRINGS EL (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sulphur Springs, see our Sulphur Springs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.1 mi
School Distance Rating
AUSTIN ACADEMIC CENTER Sulphur Springs 1.1 mi
SULPHUR SPRINGS EL Sulphur Springs 1.2 mi 7.7
DOUGLASS ECLC Sulphur Springs 1.4 mi 5.9
TRAVIS PRI Sulphur Springs 1.8 mi 6.2
ROWENA JOHNSON PRI Sulphur Springs 2.3 mi 5.2
SULPHUR SPRINGS H S Sulphur Springs 2.3 mi 6.3
SULPHUR SPRINGS MIDDLE Sulphur Springs 2.2 mi 8.0
BARBARA BUSH PRI Sulphur Springs 2.6 mi 9.1
NORTH HOPKINS EL Sulphur Springs 10.9 mi 9.1
NORTH HOPKINS H S Sulphur Springs 10.9 mi 8.8
COMO-PICKTON SCHOOL Como 10.9 mi 7.6
YANTIS SCHOOL Yantis 12.8 mi 7.2
YANTIS EL Yantis 12.8 mi 7.5
MILLER GROVE SCHOOL Cumby 13.7 mi 7.7
CUMBY COLLEGIATE MIDDLE Cumby 14.6 mi 5.8
CUMBY COLLEGIATE H S Cumby 14.7 mi 6.5
COOPER EL Cooper 18.2 mi 5.8
COOPER H S Cooper 18.2 mi 8.9
COOPER J H Cooper 18.2 mi 3.3
SALTILLO SCHOOL Saltillo 16.1 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75482 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,049

Median Home Value

$202,600

Median Rent

$1,047/mo

Population

26,086

College Educated

20.7%

Homeownership

65.6%

Avg Commute

19.9 min

Poverty Rate

12.1%

Median Age

39.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
EAGLE LAKE PRI Altair, TX 5.7
EAST EL Breckenridge, TX 5.7
EDGEWOOD INT Edgewood, TX 5.7
FORT STOCKTON INT Fort Stockton, TX 5.7
HALLIE RANDALL EL Fruitvale, TX 5.7
HENRIETTA EL Henrietta, TX 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bowie Pri

What grades does Bowie Pri serve?

Bowie Pri serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Bowie Pri?

Bowie Pri has an enrollment of approximately 324 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bowie Pri?

The student-teacher ratio at Bowie Pri is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bowie Pri rank in TX?

Bowie Pri ranks #5,406 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Bowie Pri's MySchoolScout rating?

Bowie Pri has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Pri?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bowie Pri has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Bowie Pri a charter school?

No, Bowie Pri is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bowie Pri a Title I school?

No, Bowie Pri is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bowie Pri?

57.7% of students at Bowie Pri 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
324
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Hopkins County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.0%

District

SULPHUR SPRINGS ISD
District Enrollment
4,364
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,619
District Rank
#7 of 8

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