What grades does JAMES BOWIE FINE ARTS ACADEMY serve?

JAMES BOWIE FINE ARTS ACADEMY operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the MIDLAND area.

Where is JAMES BOWIE FINE ARTS ACADEMY located?

JAMES BOWIE FINE ARTS ACADEMY is a urban school in MIDLAND, TX.

What is the student-teacher ratio at JAMES BOWIE FINE ARTS ACADEMY?

The student-teacher ratio at JAMES BOWIE FINE ARTS ACADEMY is 16.9:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in MIDLAND, TX?

Schools in MIDLAND include JAMES BOWIE FINE ARTS ACADEMY and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the MIDLAND area.

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James Bowie Fine Arts Academy — School Calendar 2026-27

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MIDLAND, TX 79701

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Upcoming Events

Nov

Mon

Professional Learning (No School)Staff DayDistrict-wide

Nov

Mon

Student HolidayHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving Break (No School)BreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Thu

Thanksgiving DayHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Fri

Professional Learning & End of Grading Cycle 2 (No School)Staff DayDistrict-wide

Dec

Fri

Winter BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Winter Break - Midland Independent School District Review the calendar for the full break dates.

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School Profile

Grades

PK–6

Enrollment

508

Student:Teacher

16.9:1

Locale

Urban

District

MIDLAND ISD

Econ. Disadvantaged

27.2%

Phone

(432)240-6100

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

42%

57th percentile in TX

Math Proficiency

51%

78th percentile in TX

Chronic Absenteeism

1.8%

SY 2019-20

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

577

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

32.9

100% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$11,367

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$6,344

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$14,669

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 13%State 20%Local 67%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$324,094

+2.6% 1yr+14.2% 5yr

Midland, TX metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

16.2%

Below 150% poverty line

3.3%

Unemployment rate

15.4%

Uninsured residents

16.1%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

3,811

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

3,614

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

1,386 (38%)

Speech/Language Impairment

656 (18%)

Autism

468 (13%)

Other Health Impairment

437 (12%)

Intellectual Disability

376 (10%)

Emotional Disturbance

167 (5%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

570

Current enrollment

Growing(+14% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Nov 9, 2026

Professional Learning (No School)

Staff Day

Mon, Nov 9, 2026

Student Holiday

No School - Midland Independent School District Review the school calendar for the holiday date.

Holiday

Mon, Nov 23, 2026

Thanksgiving Break (No School)

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in MIDLAND ISD. James Bowie Fine Arts Academy follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete holiday break dates.	Holiday	—
Tue, Sep 15, 2026	IT Professionals’ DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Sat, Sep 26, 2026	Teacher Assistant's DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Professional Learning (No School)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Student HolidayDistrict-wide Student Holiday - Midland Independent School District Review the school calendar for the holiday date.	Holiday	—
Tue, Oct 13, 2026	Parent Teacher Conference (No School)District-wide Review the school calendar for conference dates.	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 9, 2026	Professional Learning (No School)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 9, 2026	Student HolidayDistrict-wide No School - Midland Independent School District Review the school calendar for the holiday date.	Holiday	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Break (No School)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Break	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	Thanksgiving DayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	Professional Learning & End of Grading Cycle 2 (No School)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	Winter BreakDistrict-wide Winter Break - Midland Independent School District Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter Break (No School)District-wide	Break	—
Fri, Dec 25, 2026	Christmas DayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Professional Learning (No School)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King\, Jr. DayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents' DayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Professional Learning & Parent/Teacher Conference (No School)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Mar 5, 2027	Professional Learning (No School)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Mar 5, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide Spring Break - Midland Independent School District Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Mar 8, 2027	Spring Break (No School)District-wide School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.	Break	—
Wed, Apr 7, 2027	Paraprofessional Appreciation DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Apr 19, 2027	After School Professionals' WeekDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Apr 21, 2027	Administrative Professionals' DayDistrict-wide Check the published notice for any related events or celebrations.	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 3, 2027	Teacher Appreciation WeekDistrict-wide Check the school notice for appreciation week activities and dates.	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial DayDistrict-wide Check the calendar for holiday observance details.	Holiday	—