Bowie El vs San Marcos H S
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 837 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bowie El
San Marcos · Public elementary · Grades K–5
580 students
San Marcos H S
San Marcos · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,371 students
| Measure | Bowie El San Marcos, Texas | San Marcos H S San Marcos, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3461 of 4,686 | #1314 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #36951 of 50,301 | #13793 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 580 | 2,371 |
| Enrollment | 580 | 2,371 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.2% | 73.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 17% |
| city | San Marcos | San Marcos |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bowie El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.4 vs 27.9).
- •Bowie El does better on math proficiency (38% vs 17%).
- •San Marcos H S does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 35%).
- •San Marcos H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.3% vs 82.2%).
- •Bowie El does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 14.9).
- •San Marcos H S is the larger school with 2,371 students compared with 580.
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 San Marcos H S?
On the Success Index (US), Bowie El ranks higher (32.4 vs 27.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Bowie El and San Marcos H S?
About 837 m in a straight line, between San Marcos and San Marcos in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bowie El: 580. San Marcos H S: 2,371. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bowie El and San Marcos H S rank in Texas?
Bowie El is 3461st of 4,686 and San Marcos H S is 1314th of 1,419 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).