Below Average
#6656 of 8,552 schools in TX
James Bowie EL
Elementary School · GOOSE CREEK CISD
P O BOX 30, Baytown, TX 77522
Enrollment
602
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
602
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,656 of 8,552
In Baytown
#23 of 30
public schools
In district
#23 of 30
GOOSE CREEK CISD
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About James Bowie EL
James Bowie EL is a public elementary school in Baytown, TX, part of GOOSE CREEK CISD. James Bowie EL serves approximately 602 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. James Bowie EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #6,656 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for James Bowie EL show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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James Bowie EL — Students at James Bowie EL score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.2%
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: 4.3/10.
How James Bowie EL Compares
See how James 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
P O BOX 30, Baytown, TX 77522
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James Bowie EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALAMO EL (rated 7.3/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CROCKETT EL (rated 7.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FIRST BAPTIST ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Baytown, see our Baytown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CEDAR BAYOU J H Baytown | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| ASHBEL SMITH EL Baytown | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| DE ZAVALA EL Baytown | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| HORACE MANN J H Baytown | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| STUART CAREER TECH H S Baytown | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| LAMAR EL Baytown | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| FIRST BAPTIST ACADEMY Baytown | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| STEPHEN F AUSTIN EL Baytown | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| CARVER EL Baytown | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| CROCKETT EL Baytown | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| STERLING H S Baytown | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| PETER E HYLAND CENTER Baytown | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| IMPACT EARLY COLLEGE H S Baytown | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| SHEILA LILES EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY Baytown | 2.6 mi | — |
| LEE H S Baytown | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
| BAYTOWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Baytown | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| GCCISD VIRTUAL ACADEMY Baytown | 3.4 mi | — |
| CLARK EL Baytown | 3.3 mi | 4.0 |
| GENTRY J H Baytown | 3.5 mi | 6.1 |
| ALAMO EL Baytown | 3.6 mi | 7.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James Bowie EL
What grades does James Bowie EL serve?
James Bowie EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend James Bowie EL?
James Bowie EL has an enrollment of approximately 602 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James Bowie EL?
The student-teacher ratio at James Bowie EL is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James Bowie EL rank in TX?
James Bowie EL ranks #6,656 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is James Bowie EL's MySchoolScout rating?
James Bowie EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 James Bowie EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James Bowie EL has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is James Bowie EL a charter school?
No, James Bowie EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James Bowie EL a Title I school?
No, James Bowie EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James Bowie EL?
84.2% of students at James 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 602
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.6%
- Phone
- (281) 420-4605
Resources & Links
District
GOOSE CREEK CISD- District Enrollment
- 24,108
- Schools in District
- 34
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,521
- District Rank
- #23 of 30
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