For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 505 students in Simms, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in Simms, TX are James Bowie Elementary School, James Bowie Middle School and James Bowie High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Simms, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Simms have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Simms, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James Bowie Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7497 Us Hwy 67 W
Simms, TX 75574
(903) 543-2219
Simms, TX 75574
(903) 543-2219
Gr: PK-5 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
James Bowie Middle School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7497 Us Hwy 67 W
Simms, TX 75574
(903) 543-2219
Simms, TX 75574
(903) 543-2219
Gr: 6-8 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
James Bowie High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7497 Us Hwy 67 W
Simms, TX 75574
(903) 543-2219
Simms, TX 75574
(903) 543-2219
Gr: 9-12 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Simms, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Simms, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in Simms, TX include James Bowie Elementary School, James Bowie Middle School and James Bowie High School.
How many public schools are located in Simms?
3 public schools are located in Simms.
What is the racial composition of students in Simms?
Simms public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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