Best Public Schools in Zip Code 75574

The three public schools in zip code 75574 (Simms, TX) are all part of the Simms Independent School District (Isd), a small, tight-knit district serving 480 students from Pre-K through 12th grade with a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students (57-65% free/reduced lunch) and low student-to-teacher ratios.

James Bowie High School is the standout performer, ranking in the 75th percentile with a 4-star rating. It significantly outperforms state averages in core subjects like English II Reading (88.89% proficient vs. 59.88% state) and Biology (83.33% vs. 70.51% state), and boasts a perfect 100% graduation rate and 0% dropout rate. In contrast, James Bowie Middle is the area of concern, with its ranking dropping to the 40th percentile (2 stars) and underperforming the state average in every grade-level subject. A critical weakness is 7th-grade math, where only 15.79% of students are proficient compared to the state average of 29.41%, though its advanced Algebra I program is highly effective with 91.67% proficiency. James Bowie Elementary is on an upward trajectory, improving from the 52nd to the 78th percentile over three years, with strong math scores in 3rd and 4th grade, though 5th-grade science scores (10.34% proficient) need immediate attention.

The district ranks in the top 27% of Texas (261 out of 951, 73rd percentile) with a 4-star rating. Per-student spending varies significantly, from $9,883 at the middle school to $14,006 at the high school, raising questions about resource allocation given the middle school's struggles. The high school serves as a model of efficiency, achieving top-tier results despite nearly 60% of students being economically disadvantaged, while the middle school's "slump" suggests a need for revised curriculum and teaching strategies for grades 6-8.