4.4 avg / 10

Best Schools in Port Arthur, Texas

22 schools · 12 Elementary · 4 Middle · 4 High · 2 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 22

Districts: 3

Avg Rating: 4.4/10

Estimated Scores: 10%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 4.4/10
Median household income: $46,255
Median home value: $96,650
Bachelor's degree or higher: 11%
Avg commute: 23 min
Owner-occupied homes: 59%

How Port Arthur compares

Texas rank

#648 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-1.9

below Texas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$46k

62% of Texas median

Schools in this city

20

About Schools in Port Arthur, Texas

Port Arthur, Texas is home to 22 schools, including 22 public schools. The city's schools span 12 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 4 high schools.

With an average rating of 4.4 out of 10, schools in Port Arthur show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Port Arthur is Washington EL with a composite score of 6.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Port Arthur is served by 3 school districts: TEKOA ACADEMY OF ACCELERATED STUDIES STEM SCHOOL, BOB HOPE SCHOOL, PORT ARTHUR ISD. These districts collectively serve 11,093 students.

Port Arthur's community shows 11% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $46,255. The poverty rate in the area is 27.7%.

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 (22) Elementary (12) Middle (4) High (4)

Filter by Type: All Types (22) Public (22)

Filter by Rating: All Ratings (22) Academics (22) Growth (16) Resources (21)

Filter by ZIP: 77642 (12) 77640 (9)

Elementary Schools

12 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	WASHINGTON EL 259 students · Pre-K–2nd	259	Pre-K–2nd	6.3
2	STAFF SERGEANT LUCIAN ADAMS EL 628 students · Pre-K–5th	628	Pre-K–5th	5.8
3	LAKEVIEW EL 578 students · Pre-K–5th	578	Pre-K–5th	5.6
4	PORT ACRES EL 514 students · Pre-K–5th	514	Pre-K–5th	4.6
5	HOUSTON EL 748 students · Pre-K–5th	748	Pre-K–5th	4.2
6	BOB HOPE SCHOOL - EL CAMPUS 642 students · Pre-K–5th	642	Pre-K–5th	4.1
7	DEQUEEN EL 220 students · 3rd–5th	220	3rd–5th	3.8
8	TRAVIS EL 523 students · Pre-K–5th	523	Pre-K–5th	3.5
9	TYRRELL EL 699 students · Pre-K–5th	699	Pre-K–5th	3.0
10	TEKOA ACADEMY OF ACCELERATED STUDIES 211 students · Pre-K–5th	211	Pre-K–5th	2.5
11	TEKOA ACADEMY OF ACCELERATED STUDIES - ORANGE 111 students · Pre-K–8th	111	Pre-K–8th	2.4
12	BOB HOPE SCHOOL BEAUMONT 602 students · Pre-K–8th	602	Pre-K–8th	2.0

Middle Schools

4 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	JEFFERSON MIDDLE 847 students · 6th–8th	847	6th–8th	5.6
2	LINCOLN MIDDLE 626 students · 6th–8th	626	6th–8th	5.0
3	BOB HOPE SCHOOL 443 students · 6th–8th	443	6th–8th	4.5
4	TEKOA ACADEMY OF ACCELERATED STUDIES 49 students · 6th–8th	49	6th–8th	3.3

High Schools

4 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	BOB HOPE H S 551 students · 9th–12th	551	9th–12th	5.9
2	MEMORIAL H S 2,068 students · 9th–12th	2,068	9th–12th	4.9
3	TEKOA ACADEMY OF ACCELERATED STUDIES 58 students · 9th–12th	58	9th–12th	4.6
4	PORT ARTHUR ALTERNATIVE CENTER 78 students · 6th–12th	78	6th–12th	—

Other Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	WHEATLEY SCHOOL OF EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS 365 students · Pre-K–Pre-K	365	Pre-K–Pre-K	6.0
2	JEFFERSON CO YOUTH ACAD 2 students · 9th–10th	2	9th–10th	—

Schools in Port Arthur

Port Arthur, Texas · 22 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes

Median Income

$46,255

Median Home Value

$96,650

Median Rent

$1,054/mo

Population

55,531

College Educated

11%

Homeownership

59%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

27.7%

Community Profile

Port Arthur has a median household income of $46,255. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $96,650, with a median rent of $1,054/month. The area has a poverty rate of 27.7%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Texas
Total Schools: 22
Elementary: 12
Middle: 4
High: 4
Districts: 3
Avg Rating: 4.4/10

Resources

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School Districts (3)

TEKOA ACADEMY OF ACCELERATED STUDIES STEM SCHOOL

4 schools · 429 students

BOB HOPE SCHOOL

5 schools · 2,509 students

PORT ARTHUR ISD

15 schools · 8,155 students

Nearby Cities

Groves (4 schools)

2 mi

Port Neches (5 schools)

4 mi

Nederland (8 schools)

4 mi

Bridge City (4 schools)

10 mi

Orangefield (3 schools)

11 mi

Sabine Pass (1 school)

14 mi

Richardson (1 school)

13 mi

Vidor (7 schools)

15 mi

Beaumont (41 schools)

15 mi

Orange (14 schools)

19 mi

Lewisville (1 school)

Lumberton (6 schools)

27 mi

Evadale (3 schools)

30 mi

Other Major Cities in Texas

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Port Arthur, Texas

How many schools are in Port Arthur, Texas?

Port Arthur has 22 schools, including 22 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Port Arthur, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Port Arthur is 4.4 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Port Arthur, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Port Arthur on MySchoolScout is Washington EL with a composite score of 6.3/10.

What is the best elementary school in Port Arthur, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Port Arthur on MySchoolScout is Washington EL with a composite score of 6.3/10.

What is the best middle school in Port Arthur, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Port Arthur on MySchoolScout is Jefferson Middle with a composite score of 5.6/10.

What is the best high school in Port Arthur, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Port Arthur on MySchoolScout is Bob Hope H S with a composite score of 5.9/10.

How many school districts serve Port Arthur, Texas?

Port Arthur is served by 3 school districts: Tekoa Academy of Accelerated Studies Stem School, Bob Hope School, Port Arthur ISD.

What is the education level in Port Arthur, Texas?

According to Census data, 11% of adults in Port Arthur have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Port Arthur, Texas?

The median household income in Port Arthur is approximately $46,255 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Port Arthur, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Port Arthur is 15.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Port Arthur, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.