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6.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in Port Neches, Texas

5 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other

Public: 5
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.3/10
Estimated Scores: 50%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.3/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$84,335

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$231,000

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
29%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
18 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
72%

Of occupied housing units

How Port Neches compares

Texas rank

#451 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.1

above Texas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$84k

114% of Texas median

Schools in this city

4

About Schools in Port Neches, Texas

Port Neches, Texas is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Port Neches show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Port Neches is Port Neches Pri with a composite score of 6.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

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

Port Neches's community shows 29% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $84,335. The poverty rate in the area is 10.4%.

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 (5) Elementary (2) Middle (1) High (1)
Filter by Type: All Types (5) Public (5)
Filter by Rating: All Ratings (5) Academics (5) Growth (2) Resources (4)
Filter by ZIP: 77651 (5)

Elementary Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
PORT NECHES PRI
581 students · Pre-K–2nd 		6.7
2
PORT NECHES INT
594 students · 3rd–5th 		6.2

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
PORT NECHES MIDDLE
584 students · 6th–9th 		6.6

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
PORT NECHES-GROVES H S
1,681 students · 9th–12th 		5.8

Other Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
ALTER SCH
3 students · 7th–11th 		—

Schools in Port Neches

Port Neches, Texas · 5 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$84,335

Median Home Value

$231,000

Median Rent

$1,116/mo

Population

13,627

College Educated

29%

Homeownership

72%

Avg Commute

18 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Community Profile

Port Neches has a median household income of $84,335. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $231,000, with a median rent of $1,116/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.4%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
Texas
Total Schools
5
Elementary
2
Middle
1
High
1
Districts
1
Avg Rating
6.3/10

Resources

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School District

PORT NECHES-GROVES ISD

9 schools · 5,364 students

Nearby Cities

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2 mi
Groves (4 schools)
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Port Arthur (22 schools)
4 mi
Bridge City (4 schools)
8 mi
Orangefield (3 schools)
9 mi
Vidor (7 schools)
11 mi
Richardson (1 school)
11 mi
Beaumont (41 schools)
12 mi
Orange (14 schools)
16 mi
Sabine Pass (1 school)
18 mi
Lewisville (1 school)
18 mi
Lumberton (6 schools)
24 mi
Hamshire (1 school)
23 mi
Evadale (3 schools)
26 mi
China (2 schools)
23 mi

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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 Neches, Texas

How many schools are in Port Neches, Texas?

Port Neches has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Port Neches is 6.3 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Port Neches on MySchoolScout is Port Neches Pri with a composite score of 6.7/10.

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

The top-ranked elementary school in Port Neches on MySchoolScout is Port Neches Pri with a composite score of 6.7/10.

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

The top-ranked middle school in Port Neches on MySchoolScout is Port Neches Middle with a composite score of 6.6/10.

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

The top-ranked high school in Port Neches on MySchoolScout is Port Neches-groves H S with a composite score of 5.8/10.

How many school districts serve Port Neches, Texas?

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

What is the education level in Port Neches, Texas?

According to Census data, 29% of adults in Port Neches have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Port Neches, Texas?

The median household income in Port Neches is approximately $84,335 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Port Neches is 11.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Port Neches, 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.

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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.