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#1295 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 15% in state

Bob Hope School - EL Campus

Elementary School · BOB HOPE SCHOOL

4545 HWY 73, Port Arthur, TX 77642

Charter

Enrollment

642

Student-Teacher

19.5:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#1,295 of 8,552

In Port Arthur

#3 of 20

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

BOB HOPE SCHOOL

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Bob Hope School - EL Campus

8.1/10

Elementary School in Port Arthur · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.7/10

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7.0/10

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About Bob Hope School - EL Campus

Bob Hope School - EL Campus is a public elementary school in Port Arthur, TX, part of BOB HOPE SCHOOL. Bob Hope School - EL Campus serves approximately 642 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bob Hope School - EL Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,295 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Bob Hope School - EL Campus show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.4
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Bob Hope School - EL Campus is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change-0.18 pts/yr
Data Period2017–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+14.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.7 pts
Overall Proficiency59% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+22.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,268
Chronic Absenteeism10.9%

Bob Hope School - EL Campus — Students at Bob Hope School - EL Campus score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

88.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 50.7% (multi-year average, 2017-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 54.2% (multi-year average, 2017-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 14 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2017
Math
44.5%
ELA
69.5%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
39%
2022
Math
58.3%
ELA
58%
2024
Math
58%
ELA
60%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.

How Bob Hope School - EL Campus Compares

See how Bob Hope School - EL Campus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
85th percentile in TX
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
89%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.9%

Location

4545 HWY 73, Port Arthur, TX 77642

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bob Hope School - EL Campus may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOUSTON EL (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is TEKOA ACADEMY OF ACCELERATED STUDIES (rated 6.6/10, 3.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, STAFF SERGEANT LUCIAN ADAMS EL (rated 6.2/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Port Arthur, see our Port Arthur schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
TYRRELL EL Port Arthur 0.3 mi 4.7
BOB HOPE SCHOOL Port Arthur 0.7 mi 7.0
BOB HOPE H S Port Arthur 0.9 mi 5.9
HOUSTON EL Port Arthur 0.9 mi 8.2
JEFFERSON MIDDLE Port Arthur 1.1 mi 4.7
GROVES INT Groves 1.4 mi 5.6
WHEATLEY SCHOOL OF EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS Port Arthur 1.5 mi 4.7
TRAVIS EL Port Arthur 1.5 mi 3.5
LAKEVIEW EL Port Arthur 1.7 mi 4.6
GROVES PRI Groves 1.9 mi 5.3
STAFF SERGEANT LUCIAN ADAMS EL Port Arthur 1.7 mi 6.2
VAL VERDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Groves 2.0 mi 5.8
GROVES MIDDLE Groves 2.3 mi 6.8
DEQUEEN EL Port Arthur 2.4 mi 3.5
MEMORIAL H S Port Arthur 2.5 mi 4.9
TEKOA ACADEMY OF ACCELERATED STUDIES Port Arthur 3.5 mi 6.6
TEKOA ACADEMY OF ACCELERATED STUDIES Port Arthur 3.5 mi 5.3
TEKOA ACADEMY OF ACCELERATED STUDIES Port Arthur 3.5 mi 9.2
PORT NECHES PRI Port Neches 3.6 mi 6.2
WASHINGTON EL Port Arthur 3.8 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77642 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$41,677

Median Home Value

$96,100

Median Rent

$944/mo

Population

38,051

College Educated

10.5%

Homeownership

52%

Avg Commute

24.6 min

Poverty Rate

31.7%

Median Age

31.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bob Hope School - EL Campus

What grades does Bob Hope School - EL Campus serve?

Bob Hope School - EL Campus serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Bob Hope School - EL Campus?

Bob Hope School - EL Campus has an enrollment of approximately 642 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bob Hope School - EL Campus?

The student-teacher ratio at Bob Hope School - EL Campus is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bob Hope School - EL Campus rank in TX?

Bob Hope School - EL Campus ranks #1,295 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Bob Hope School - EL Campus's MySchoolScout rating?

Bob Hope School - EL Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bob Hope School - EL Campus?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bob Hope School - EL Campus has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).

Is Bob Hope School - EL Campus a charter school?

Yes, Bob Hope School - EL Campus is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Bob Hope School - EL Campus a Title I school?

No, Bob Hope School - EL Campus is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bob Hope School - EL Campus?

88.6% of students at Bob Hope School - EL Campus qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
642
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
88.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.9%

District

BOB HOPE SCHOOL
District Enrollment
2,509
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,268
District Rank
#1 of 4

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