JAMES BOWIE HIGH SCHOOL

JAMES BOWIE H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the SIMMS ISD school district, located in SIMMS, TX with about 152 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. 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 17 teachers, JAMES BOWIE H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. 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.

James Bowie High School, located in Simms, Texas, serves as the central secondary educational institution for the Simms Independent School District. As a small, rural school, it is deeply integrated into the local community, emphasizing a close-knit environment where students and faculty work in a personalized setting. The school is committed to providing a well-rounded education that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to enter the workforce, the military, or higher education institutions.

In addition to its core academic offerings, James Bowie High School maintains a traditional extracurricular program that encourages student involvement in athletics, academic competitions, and community service. By leveraging its small size, the school fosters a supportive atmosphere that prioritizes individual student growth and academic achievement. Prospective families and community members can learn more about the school’s specific programs, district policies, and athletic schedules by visiting their official website at http://www.simmsisd.net.

For more information, contact JAMES BOWIE H S at (903) 543-2219 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

47 JAMES BOWIE LN
SIMMS, TX 75574-0009
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JAMES BOWIE HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in SIMMS, TX with about 152 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
SIMMS ISD
Total Students:
152
Teachers:
17.82
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 152 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending JAMES BOWIE HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 89% of the student body.

White
89.5%
Hispanic/Latino
5.9%
Two or more races
2.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.3%
Asian
0.7%

Female
50.0%
Male
50.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.