Serving 815 students in grades 6-8, Bowman Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 815 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bowman Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Bowman Middle School's student population of 815 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
815 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Bowman Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bowman Middle School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2117 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
6%
Hispanic
53%
53%
Black
12%
13%
White
18%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bowman Middle School's ranking?
Bowman Middle School is ranked #2117 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bowman Middle School often compared to?
Bowman Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Otto Middle School, Murphy Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bowman Middle School?
815 students attend Bowman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Bowman Middle School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bowman Middle School?
Bowman Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bowman Middle School offer ?
Bowman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bowman Middle School part of?
Bowman Middle School is part of Plano Independent School District.
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