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Best Schools in Groves, Texas

4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 Other

Public: 3
Private: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.9/10
Estimated Scores: 25%
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Groves Middle

6.8/10

Middle · Port Neches-groves ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Val Verde Christian Academy

5.8/10

Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Schools

4

3 public · 1 private

Avg Score

5.9

out of 10

Median Home

$153,800

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Most improved · 2022 → 2024
Groves Middle

STAAR proficiency rose +10.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Groves schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Groves

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Groves Middle 6.8 / 10
2 Val Verde Christian Academy 5.8 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.9/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$70,485

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$153,800

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
13%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
22 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
78%

Of occupied housing units

How Groves compares

Texas rank

#467 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.4

below Texas avg (6.3)

Median household income

$70k

95% of Texas median

Schools in this city

4

About Schools in Groves, Texas

Groves, Texas is home to 4 schools, including 3 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school.

With an average rating of 5.9 out of 10, schools in Groves show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Groves is Groves Middle with a composite score of 6.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Groves is served by 1 school district: PORT NECHES-GROVES ISD. These districts collectively serve 5,364 students.

Groves's community shows 13% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $70,485. The poverty rate in the area is 9.3%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by Level: All Levels (4) Elementary (2) Middle (1)
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Filter by Rating: All Ratings (4) Academics (3) Growth (1) Diversity (2) Resources (3)
Filter by ZIP: 77619 (4)

Elementary Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
Groves Int
602 students · 3rd–5th 		5.6
2
Groves Pri
681 students · Pre-K–2nd 		5.3

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Groves Middle
637 students · 6th–8th 		6.8

Other Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Val Verde Christian Academy Private
51 students · Pre-K–12th 		5.8

Schools in Groves

Groves, Texas · 4 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$70,485

Median Home Value

$153,800

Median Rent

$1,247/mo

Population

17,021

College Educated

13%

Homeownership

78%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Community Profile

Groves has a median household income of $70,485. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $153,800, with a median rent of $1,247/month. The local poverty rate of 9.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State
Texas
Elementary
2
Middle
1
Other
1

Resources

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School District

PORT NECHES-GROVES ISD

9 schools · 5,364 students

Nearby Cities

Port Arthur (22 schools)
2 mi
Port Neches (5 schools)
3 mi
Nederland (8 schools)
5 mi
Bridge City (4 schools)
8 mi
Orangefield (3 schools)
9 mi
Vidor (7 schools)
14 mi
Sabine Pass (1 school)
15 mi
Richardson (1 school)
14 mi
Beaumont (41 schools)
15 mi
Orange (14 schools)
16 mi
Lewisville (1 school)
22 mi
Hamshire (1 school)
24 mi
Lumberton (6 schools)
27 mi
Evadale (3 schools)
29 mi
China (2 schools)
26 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Groves, Texas

How many schools are in Groves, Texas?

Groves has 4 schools, including 3 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Groves, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Groves is 5.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Groves, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Groves on MySchoolScout is Groves Middle with a composite score of 6.8/10.

What is the best middle school in Groves, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Groves on MySchoolScout is Groves Middle with a composite score of 6.8/10.

How many school districts serve Groves, Texas?

Groves is served by 1 school district: Port Neches-groves ISD.

What is the education level in Groves, Texas?

According to Census data, 13% of adults in Groves have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Groves, Texas?

The median household income in Groves is approximately $70,485 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Groves, Texas?

Yes, Groves has 1 private school alongside 3 public schools. The top-rated private school is Val Verde Christian Academy with a score of 5.8/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Groves, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Groves is 12.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Groves, Texas?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Texas Education Agency, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.