Best Schools in Port Neches, Texas
5 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Port Neches Middle
Middle · Port Neches-groves ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Port Neches-groves H S
High · Port Neches-groves ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$231,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$231,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +11.6 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Port Neches schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Port Neches
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Port Neches Middle | 6.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Port Neches-groves H S | 5.6 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $84,335
- Median home value
- $231,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 29%
- Avg commute
- 18 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 72%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Port Neches compares
Texas rank
#383 of 654
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.0
below Texas avg (6.3)
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 6.2 out of 10, schools in Port Neches 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 Port Neches is Port Neches Middle with a composite score of 6.8/10, 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.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 594 students · 3rd–5th | 6.3 |
| 2 | 581 students · Pre-K–2nd | 6.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 584 students · 6th–9th | 6.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,681 students · 9th–12th | 5.6 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 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.
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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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 6.2 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 Port Neches, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Port Neches on MySchoolScout is Port Neches Middle with a composite score of 6.8/10.
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 6.8/10.
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 5.6/10.
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 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.