James Bowie High School

Direction7497 Us Hwy 67 W, Simms, TX, 75574
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Public School SIMMS ISD High School

Accountability Ratings

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TEA Ratings
Scaled Score
Student Achievement 92
Student Progress 94
Closing Performance Gaps 92
Overall 93

Distinction Designations

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Read/ELA
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Post-Secondary
Comparative Academic Growth
Comparative Closing the Gaps

Welcome to James Bowie High School, an exceptional educational institution nestled in the heart of Simms, Texas at 7497 US HWY 67 W. As a proud member of the Simms ISD, our school is dedicated to fostering a nurturing environment where every student thrives.

At James Bowie High School, we pride ourselves on having a highly experienced and dedicated faculty. Our 21 teachers have an average tenure at the school of 6 years, bringing with them an impressive 16 years of educational experience each. This wealth of experience enriches our classrooms, providing our students with insightful, informed, and inspiring instruction.

Our current enrollment stands at 158 students, creating a close-knit community and an exceptionally low student-to-teacher ratio of 7.40 S/T. This intimate setting allows for personalized attention and tailored educational experiences that cater to the individual needs of each student. It also fosters a strong sense of community and mutual respect among students and staff, making our school a warm and welcoming place for all.

In addition to our qualified teachers, we are supported by 7 dedicated educational aids who assist in creating a supportive and effective learning environment. Their contributions are invaluable in helping us maintain our standard of excellence in education.

At James Bowie High School, we believe in the potential of each student and are committed to preparing them for success both academically and personally. Our curriculum is designed to challenge our students, stimulate their curiosity, and prepare them for the future, whatever it may hold.

For more information or to schedule a visit to see firsthand what makes James Bowie High School the perfect choice for your family, please call us at (903) 543-2219 ext:1105. We look forward to welcoming you to our school community and discussing how we can contribute to your child’s educational journey.

School Summary

Public School
Grade Span
09-12
Enrollment
153
Is Charter
No
Address
7497 US HWY 67 W, SIMMS, TX, 75574
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Principal
MRS STEPHAINE SPARKS
School District
Phone
(903) 543-2219 ext:2101
County
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James Bowie High School Student / Staff Statistics

Student Statistics

Racial/Ethnic Group
Racial/Ethnic Group Number Percent
African American 1 0.65%
Hispanic 3 1.96%
White 141 92.16%
Asian 1 0.65%
Native American 0 0.00%
Two or More Races 7 4.58%
Total Students 153 100.00%
Eco Disadvantaged 90 58.82%
Limited English Proficiency 1 0.65%
Program/Count/Percent
Program Count Percent
Bilingual 1 0.65%
Gifted & Talented 13 8.50%
Special Education 21 13.73%
Teacher Student Ratio 8.20 S/T

Staff Statistics

By Experience
By Experience Count Percent
Over 30 years 2 12.90%
20 - 30 years 2 11.83%
10 - 20 years 8 40.86%
6 - 10 years 4 23.66%
1- 5 years 2 10.75%
Beginning Teacher 0 0.00%
Teacher Experience Average 15.90 yrs
Teacher Tenure Average 6.20 yrs
Teacher Type Number Percent
Total Teachers 19 100%
Female Teachers 9 50.54 %
Male Teachers 9 50.00 %
School Admin 1
School Support 3
Edu Aids 6
Special Education 0

James Bowie High School 2025 STAAR Statistics

STAAR Statistics
Group All Subjects Read/ELA Math Science Soc Studies
ALL 92% 89% 85% 100% 95%
African American *% *% *% % *%
Hispanic *% *% % % %
White 93% 92% 89% 100% 95%
Asian % % % % %
Two or More Races 82% 78% *% *% *%
Economically Disadvantaged 90% 88% 83% 100% 92%
Male Students 86% 83% 74% 100% 92%
Female Students 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
Special Education 71% 63% 50% 100% 86%
Limited English Proficiency *% *% % % %

Class of 2024 Graduates

Standardized Test

Class Graduate
Group %
Tested
SAT
Avg
ACT
Avg
Abv
Criteria
ALL 91.4 -1 19.5 18.8
African American -2 * n/a *
Hispanic * n/a * *
White 87.5 n/a 19.5 21.4
Asian * n/a * *
Two or More Races * n/a * *
Male Students 85 * 19.1 5.9
Female Students 100 n/a 19.9 33.3
Special Education n/a n/a n/a n/a
Eco Disadvantaged n/a n/a n/a n/a

Graduation

Class Graduate
Group Read
Ready
Math
Ready
Both
Ready
Graduated GED Cont. Dropout
ALL 71.4 82.9 62.9 100 n/a n/a n/a
African American n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Hispanic * * * * * * *
White 75 81.3 65.6 100 n/a n/a n/a
Asian * * * * * * *
Two or More Races * * * * * * *
Male Students n/a n/a n/a 100 n/a n/a n/a
Female Students n/a n/a n/a 100 n/a n/a n/a
Special Education * * * * * * *
Eco Disadvantaged 53.3 73.3 40 100 n/a n/a n/a

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