BOWIE HIGH SCHOOL

BOWIE H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the EL PASO ISD school district, located in EL PASO, TX with about 1,386 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 94 teachers, BOWIE H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Bowie High School, located in the San Jacinto neighborhood of El Paso, Texas, is a historic institution within the El Paso Independent School District (EPISD). Established in 1913, the school holds deep cultural significance for the local community, often serving as a focal point for the region’s rich bicultural history. Its mission centers on providing a rigorous academic environment that prepares students for post-secondary success while honoring the diverse traditions of its student body.

The school is well-known for its strong sense of community pride and its long-standing athletic traditions, particularly its historic football rivalry with El Paso High School. Beyond academics and sports, Bowie High offers a variety of extracurricular programs, career and technical education (CTE) pathways, and community-focused initiatives designed to support student development. By balancing its historical legacy with modern educational strategies, the school remains a cornerstone of the El Paso community, dedicated to empowering its students to become contributing members of society.

For more information, contact BOWIE H S at (915) 496-8200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.