Bowie El vs Jefferson El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 975 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bowie El
Harlingen · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
335 students
Jefferson El
Harlingen · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
259 students
| Measure | Bowie El Harlingen, Texas | Jefferson El Harlingen, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2813 of 4,686 | #2885 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #32456 of 50,301 | #32952 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 335 | 259 |
| Enrollment | 335 | 259 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.4% | 94.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 57% |
| city | Harlingen | Harlingen |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (39.2 vs 38.5).
- •Jefferson El does better on math proficiency (57% vs 52%).
- •Bowie El does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 37%).
- •Bowie El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93.4% vs 94.2%).
- •Jefferson El does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 16.8).
- •Bowie El is the larger school with 335 students compared with 259.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Bowie El better than Jefferson El?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Bowie El and Jefferson El?
About 975 m in a straight line, between Harlingen and Harlingen in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bowie El: 335. Jefferson El: 259. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bowie El and Jefferson El rank in Texas?
Bowie El is 2813th of 4,686 and Jefferson El is 2885th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).