Bowie H S vs Cowan 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
Austin · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,876 students
Cowan El
Austin · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
555 students
| Measure | Bowie H S Austin, Texas | Cowan El Austin, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 5% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #25 of 1,419 | #423 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #838 of 16,910 | #7184 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 2,876 | 555 |
| Enrollment | 2,876 | 555 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 14% | 29.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 85% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 62% |
| city | Austin | Austin |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bowie H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.2 vs 76.2).
- •Bowie H S does better on math proficiency (82% vs 62%).
- •Bowie H S does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 63%).
- •Bowie H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14% vs 29.5%).
- •Cowan El does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 17.6).
- •Bowie H S is the larger school with 2,876 students compared with 555.
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 Cowan El?
On the Success Index (US), Bowie H S ranks higher (83.2 vs 76.2 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 Cowan El?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Austin and Austin in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bowie H S: 2,876. Cowan El: 555. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bowie H S and Cowan El rank in Texas?
Bowie H S is 25th of 1,419 and Cowan El is 423rd of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).