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Pietzsch/mac Arthur EL
Elementary School · BEAUMONT ISD
4301 HIGHLAND AVE, Beaumont, TX 77705
Enrollment
1,022
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
1.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
1,022
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
1.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,533 of 8,552
In Beaumont
#27 of 30
public schools
In district
#22 of 25
BEAUMONT ISD
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Pietzsch/mac Arthur EL
Elementary School in Beaumont · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pietzsch/mac Arthur EL
Pietzsch/mac Arthur EL is a public elementary school in Beaumont, TX, part of BEAUMONT ISD. Pietzsch/mac Arthur EL serves approximately 1,022 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Pietzsch/mac Arthur EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 1.9 out of 10 and ranks #8,533 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Pietzsch/mac Arthur EL show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 1.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 2.9
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Pietzsch/mac Arthur EL were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Pietzsch/mac Arthur EL — Students at Pietzsch/mac Arthur EL score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 1.4/10.
How Pietzsch/mac Arthur EL Compares
See how Pietzsch/mac Arthur EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4301 HIGHLAND AVE, Beaumont, TX 77705
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pietzsch/mac Arthur EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EHRHART SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ANTHONY CATHEDRAL BASILICA SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST ANNE CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Beaumont, see our Beaumont schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BINGMAN PK Beaumont | 0.7 mi | 3.1 |
| PATHWAYS LEARNING CTR Beaumont | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| ODOM MIDDLE Beaumont | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| CHARLTON-POLLARD EL Beaumont | 1.9 mi | 2.6 |
| BLANCHETTE EL Beaumont | 1.6 mi | 2.0 |
| M L KING MIDDLE Beaumont | 2.0 mi | 1.6 |
| BEAUMONT NEW EL DAEP Beaumont | 2.1 mi | — |
| FLETCHER EL Beaumont | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| BEAUMONT UNITED H S Beaumont | 2.1 mi | 4.1 |
| ST ANTHONY CATHEDRAL BASILICA SCHOOL Beaumont | 2.6 mi | 7.7 |
| EVOLUTION ACADEMY BEAUMONT Richardson | 2.4 mi | 5.0 |
| FEHL-PRICE EL Beaumont | 2.7 mi | 1.8 |
| EHRHART SCHOOL Beaumont | 3.2 mi | 8.7 |
| PAUL A BROWN ALTERNATIVE CENTER Beaumont | 3.6 mi | 4.8 |
| JEFFERSON CO YOUTH ACAD Beaumont | 3.9 mi | — |
| JEFFERSON CO YOUTH ACAD Beaumont | 3.9 mi | — |
| JEFFERSON CO YOUTH ACAD Port Arthur | 3.9 mi | — |
| JEFFERSON CO J J A E P Beaumont | 3.9 mi | — |
| ST ANNE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Beaumont | 3.9 mi | 7.2 |
| SOLID ROCK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Beaumont | 4.0 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77705 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,964
Median Home Value
$121,900
Median Rent
$858/mo
Population
37,988
College Educated
7.6%
Homeownership
55.8%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
21.8%
Median Age
37.8
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|---|---|
| LAURO CAVAZOS EL Odessa, TX | 1.9 |
| BOOKER T WASHINGTON EL Elgin, TX | 2.0 |
| DR MAE E JONES-CLARK EL Beaumont, TX | 2.0 |
| SPENCE EL Houston, TX | 2.0 |
| TEXAS ONLINE PREPARATORY EL Huntsville, TX | 1.7 |
| RISD ACAD Dallas, TX | 2.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pietzsch/mac Arthur EL
What grades does Pietzsch/mac Arthur EL serve?
Pietzsch/mac Arthur EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Pietzsch/mac Arthur EL?
Pietzsch/mac Arthur EL has an enrollment of approximately 1,022 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pietzsch/mac Arthur EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Pietzsch/mac Arthur EL is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pietzsch/mac Arthur EL rank in TX?
Pietzsch/mac Arthur EL ranks #8,533 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Pietzsch/mac Arthur EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Pietzsch/mac Arthur EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 1.9 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 Pietzsch/mac Arthur EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pietzsch/mac Arthur EL has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Pietzsch/mac Arthur EL a charter school?
No, Pietzsch/mac Arthur EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pietzsch/mac Arthur EL a Title I school?
No, Pietzsch/mac Arthur EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pietzsch/mac Arthur EL?
95.5% of students at Pietzsch/mac Arthur EL 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,022
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 68
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.3%
- Phone
- (409) 617-6475
Resources & Links
District
BEAUMONT ISD- District Enrollment
- 16,803
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,958
- District Rank
- #22 of 25
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