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Port Neches-groves H S

High School · PORT NECHES-GROVES ISD

1401 MERRIMAN ST, Port Neches, TX 77651

Enrollment

1,681

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

5.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,550 of 8,552

In Port Neches

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#5 of 7

PORT NECHES-GROVES ISD

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Port Neches-groves H S

5.6/10

High School in Port Neches · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.8/10

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About Port Neches-groves H S

Port Neches-groves H S is a public high school in Port Neches, TX, part of PORT NECHES-GROVES ISD. Port Neches-groves H S serves approximately 1,681 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Port Neches-groves H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #5,550 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Port Neches-groves H S show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts below TX schools
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Port Neches-groves H S sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-17.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.3 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-16.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
College Readiness5.5Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate94%
AP Participation8.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,533
Chronic Absenteeism20.5%

Port Neches-groves H S — Students at Port Neches-groves H S score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 62.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 68.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
82%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
70%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
86%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
73%
ELA
70%
2015
Math
74%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
71%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
26%
ELA
53%

* 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: 6.7/10.

How Port Neches-groves H S Compares

See how Port Neches-groves H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
35th percentile in TX
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
6.1/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
2
1 boys' · 1 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
116 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
8.1% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics2sports offered
1 boys'·1 girls'·16 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1401 MERRIMAN ST, Port Neches, TX 77651

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Port Neches-groves H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. NEDERLAND H S (rated 7.1/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Nederland), which scores notably higher. Another option is BOB HOPE H S (rated 5.9/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Port Arthur), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MEMORIAL H S (rated 4.9/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Port Arthur), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Port Neches, see our Port Neches schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
PORT NECHES MIDDLE Port Neches 0.7 mi 6.8
PORT NECHES INT Port Neches 0.8 mi 6.3
ALTER SCH Port Neches 0.8 mi
PORT NECHES PRI Port Neches 1.7 mi 6.2
HIGHLAND PARK EL Nederland 1.9 mi 8.0
THE SCHOOL OF MONTESSORI Nederland 2.4 mi
GROVES MIDDLE Groves 2.8 mi 6.8
LANGHAM EL Nederland 2.6 mi 7.8
CENTRAL MIDDLE Nederland 2.8 mi 7.3
HILLCREST EL Nederland 3.0 mi 7.1
GROVES INT Groves 3.5 mi 5.6
MEMORIAL H S Port Arthur 3.7 mi 4.9
VAL VERDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Groves 3.6 mi 5.8
BOB HOPE H S Port Arthur 3.8 mi 5.9
WILSON MIDDLE Nederland 3.4 mi 7.9
STAFF SERGEANT LUCIAN ADAMS EL Port Arthur 3.9 mi 6.2
GROVES PRI Groves 3.7 mi 5.3
HELENA PARK EL Nederland 3.5 mi 8.1
NEDERLAND H S Nederland 3.5 mi 7.1
BOB HOPE SCHOOL - EL CAMPUS Port Arthur 4.7 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77651 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,335

Median Home Value

$231,000

Median Rent

$1,116/mo

Population

13,627

College Educated

28.7%

Homeownership

72.1%

Avg Commute

17.5 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

39.6

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LAMAR CONS H S Rosenberg, TX 5.6
MISSION H S Mission, TX 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Port Neches-groves H S

What grades does Port Neches-groves H S serve?

Port Neches-groves H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Port Neches-groves H S?

Port Neches-groves H S has an enrollment of approximately 1,681 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Port Neches-groves H S?

The student-teacher ratio at Port Neches-groves H S is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Port Neches-groves H S rank in TX?

Port Neches-groves H S ranks #5,550 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Port Neches-groves H S's MySchoolScout rating?

Port Neches-groves H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Port Neches-groves H S?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Port Neches-groves H S has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Port Neches-groves H S a charter school?

No, Port Neches-groves H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Port Neches-groves H S a Title I school?

No, Port Neches-groves H S is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Port Neches-groves H S?

42.4% of students at Port Neches-groves H S 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
43 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,681
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
116
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.5%
4-Year Graduation
94.0%

District

PORT NECHES-GROVES ISD
District Enrollment
5,364
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,533
District Rank
#5 of 7

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