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Austin Independent School District

Bowie High School

#7 in Best Public High Schools in Travis County
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Austin, TX
  • 470 reviews
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      A-
    4. College Prep
      A
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B
    6. Health & Safety
      C+
    7. Administration
      C+
    8. Sports
      B+
    9. Food
      C+
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C-
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    Bowie High School is a highly rated, public school located in Austin, TX. It has 2,894 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 17 to 1. According to state test scores, 94% of students are at least proficient in math and 89% in reading.
    Address
    4103 W Slaughter Ln
    Austin, TX 78749
    Telephone
    (512) 414-5247
    Website
    austinisd.org
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    Bowie High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    89%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    94%
    Average Graduation Rate
    98%
    Average SAT
    1230
    492 responses
    Average ACT
    27
    142 responses
    AP Enrollment
    29%
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    Living in the Area
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      B-
    2. Good for Families
      A
    3. Housing
      B-
    Area Feel
    Suburban
    Median Household Income
    $63,717
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,165
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $285,900
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    C+
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    75%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.40 responses
    Poll
    75%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.40 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 133 responses
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    • Football games
      18%
    • Mr. Bulldog
      16%
    • Late start Thursdays
      16%
    • Bulldawgs and hotdogs
      15%
    • Bowie Idol
      8%
    • Theatre Productions
      8%
    • Cookie Friday (Mrs. Hebert's class)
      5%

    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    2,894
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    12%
    85%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.47 responses
    87%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.47 responses
    87%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.47 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    17:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $46,975
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    9.7%
    73%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.64 responses
    83%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.64 responses
    81%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.64 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Average
    Expenses Per Student
    $13,703/ year
    National
    $12,239
    93%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.73 responses
    41%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.73 responses
    84%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.73 responses
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    Bowie is hugely overcrowded and the building is in disrepair. Many of the faculty members attended high school there and are now teaching there which makes some of them unaccountable for their teaching and coaching practices. There is a "good ole boy" mentality there where they cover for each other when teachers have made bad decisions regarding students. If you take the AP track, you will have better teachers for the most part. Academic teachers are a mixed lot. There are some exceptional teachers there as well.
    The Fine Arts Department is excellent! Diversity is a plus and there are many clubs that students can join. Funding cuts from the state and district have made this once great school an average school. Many families are starting to move away to nearby districts such as Eanes, Dripping Springs, Lake Travis and private schools.
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    The teachers at Bowie are amazing! You can tell that they care about their students, and want you to succeed. I had really good relationships with my teachers. It is easy to do that as long as you turn in your work and pay attention, then they'll love you! The facilities aren't the best, the bathrooms can be kind of scary. It is also freaky walking into your class to see a centipede or scorpion under your desk. The A/C's also don't work very often, or they work too well where it is freezing. But when it comes to getting an overall education, Bowie is awesome! It's just the building itself that lets it down a lot.
    Bowie is an amazing place filled with a diverse staff and student body and a plethora of fun, inspiring clubs/organizations. I loved my time as a student due to my deep involvement in school activities and dedication to my advanced school work. Teachers are so willing to help students grow as long as the student is attentive and willing to put in work. The culture is lively due to 3000+ kiddos and the school being predominantly outside/concrete. Bowie high school is definitely different than most schools, however, there isn’t much I’d change because it’s unique and it’s home to me.