Bowie H S vs Starrett El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bowie H S
Arlington · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,140 students
Starrett El
Grand Prairie · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
479 students
| Measure | Bowie H S Arlington, Texas | Starrett El Grand Prairie, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1053 of 1,419 | #3226 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #11203 of 16,910 | #35416 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 2,140 | 479 |
| Enrollment | 2,140 | 479 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.8% | 77.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 36% |
| city | Arlington | Grand Prairie |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bowie H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.9 vs 34.8).
- •Bowie H S does better on math proficiency (40% vs 36%).
- •Bowie H S does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 34%).
- •Bowie H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.8% vs 77.9%).
- •Starrett El does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 14.3).
- •Bowie H S is the larger school with 2,140 students compared with 479.
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 H S better than Starrett El?
On the Success Index (US), Bowie H S ranks higher (38.9 vs 34.8 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 H S and Starrett El?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Arlington and Grand Prairie in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bowie H S: 2,140. Starrett El: 479. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bowie H S and Starrett El rank in Texas?
Bowie H S is 1053rd of 1,419 and Starrett El is 3226th of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).