Bowie H S vs Valor South Austin
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 3.2 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
Valor South Austin
Austin · Charter other · Grades K–12
1,364 students
| Measure | Bowie H S Austin, Texas | Valor South Austin Austin, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 5% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #25 of 1,419 | – |
| National rank | #838 of 16,910 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Other |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 2,876 | 1,364 |
| Enrollment | 2,876 | 1,364 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 14% | 13.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 18.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 85% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 54% |
| city | Austin | Austin |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bowie H S does better on math proficiency (82% vs 54%).
- •Bowie H S does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 61%).
- •Valor South Austin does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.6% vs 14%).
- •Bowie H S does better on students per teacher (17.6 vs 18.7).
- •Bowie H S is the larger school with 2,876 students compared with 1,364.
- •Bowie H S is a public school while Valor South Austin is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Valor South Austin?
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 H S and Valor South Austin?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Austin and Austin in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bowie H S: 2,876. Valor South Austin: 1,364. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bowie H S and Valor South Austin rank in Texas?
Bowie H S is 25th of 1,419 and Valor South Austin is unranked among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).