Excellent

#77 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 1% in state

Port O Connor School

Elementary School · CALHOUN COUNTY ISD

P O BOX 687, Port O'connor, TX 77982

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

9.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

9.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#77 of 8,552

In district

#1 of 7

CALHOUN COUNTY ISD

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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About Port O Connor School

Port O Connor School is a public elementary school in Port O'connor, TX, part of CALHOUN COUNTY ISD. Port O Connor School serves approximately 65 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Port O Connor School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #77 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Port O Connor School show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.1 pts above district

9.3

This school 9.3 · Excellent
District avg 8.2
TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 65 students, Port O Connor School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Port O Connor School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress8.8Excellent50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data15

Annual Change-2.31 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2024

TrendDeclining

Academics9.9Excellent30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency80% (2024 STAAR)

Reading/ELA Proficiency85% (2024 STAAR)

Math vs. State Avg+36.4 pts

Reading vs. State Avg+30.7 pts

Overall Proficiency83% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)

vs. Expected+33.4 pts

Adjusted Percentile98th

Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1

Per-Pupil Spending$14,004

Chronic Absenteeism12.3%

Port O Connor School — Students at Port O Connor School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 79.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)

School

State

43.6% (2024 STAAR)

ELA Proficiency 78.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)

School

State

54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009

Math

95%

ELA

95%

2010

Math

95%

ELA

95%

2011

Math

95%

ELA

95%

2012

Math

95%

ELA

84.5%

2013

Math

95%

ELA

95%

2014

Math

90%

ELA

90%

2015

Math

90%

ELA

90%

2016

Math

95%

ELA

84.5%

2017

Math

54.5%

ELA

64.5%

2018

Math

54.5%

ELA

54.5%

2019

Math

54.5%

ELA

54.5%

2020*

Math

64.5%

ELA

54.5%

2021*

Math

64.5%

ELA

54.5%

2022

Math

75%

ELA

75%

2024

Math

80%

ELA

85%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Port O Connor School Compares

See how Port O Connor School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

9.3/10

99th percentile in TX

Academic

9.9/10

Excellent

Growth

8.8/10

Excellent

Environment

9.6/10

Excellent

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

59%

Teaching Staff

11:1 student-teacher ratio

6 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

12.3%

Programs & Offerings

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

P O BOX 687, Port O'connor, TX 77982

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Port O Connor School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HARRISON/JEFFERSON/MADISON EL (rated 8.7/10, 17.7 miles away, in nearby Port Lavaca), with a comparable rating. Another option is BLESSING EL (rated 8.6/10, 31.5 miles away, in nearby Blessing), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PLACEDO EL (rated 8.4/10, 30.5 miles away, in nearby Placedo), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Port O'connor, see our Port O'connor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 31.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
JACKSON/ROOSEVELT EL Port Lavaca	16.8 mi	842	7.8
OUR LADY OF THE GULF CATHOLIC SCHOOL Port Lavaca	17.2 mi	109	8.1
HARRISON/JEFFERSON/MADISON EL Port Lavaca	17.7 mi	692	8.7
HOPE H S Port Lavaca	17.9 mi	30	5.2
TRAVIS MIDDLE Port Lavaca	17.9 mi	695	5.3
CALHOUN H S Port Lavaca	18.3 mi	995	6.9
PALACIOS JUNIOR SENIOR H S Palacios	21.0 mi	659	7.4
SEADRIFT SCHOOL Seadrift	19.4 mi	214	7.0
CENTRAL EL Palacios	21.4 mi	359	4.5
EAST SIDE INT Palacios	21.5 mi	248	7.4
INDUSTRIAL EL EAST Vanderbilt	28.4 mi	274	8.2
INDUSTRIAL J H Vanderbilt	28.3 mi	278	9.2
INDUSTRIAL H S Vanderbilt	28.4 mi	343	8.0
BLESSING EL Blessing	31.5 mi	266	8.6
AUSTWELL-TIVOLI H S Tivoli	29.2 mi	68	7.1
AUSTWELL-TIVOLI EL Tivoli	29.2 mi	71	8.0
PLACEDO EL Placedo	30.5 mi	184	8.4
BLOOMINGTON H S Bloomington	31.0 mi	250	5.1
BLOOMINGTON J H Bloomington	31.0 mi	213	2.7
MATAGORDA SCHOOL Matagorda	31.6 mi	113	5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77982 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,917

Median Home Value

$248,800

Population

698

College Educated

18.1%

Homeownership

100%

Poverty Rate

0.3%

Median Age

65.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Port O Connor School

What grades does Port O Connor School serve?

Port O Connor School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Port O Connor School?

Port O Connor School has an enrollment of approximately 65 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Port O Connor School?

The student-teacher ratio at Port O Connor School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Port O Connor School rank in TX?

Port O Connor School ranks #77 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Port O Connor School's MySchoolScout rating?

Port O Connor School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 O Connor School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Port O Connor School has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Port O Connor School a charter school?

No, Port O Connor School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Port O Connor School a Title I school?

No, Port O Connor School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Port O Connor School?

58.5% of students at Port O Connor School 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: 21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 31 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades: Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment: 65
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 6
Free/Reduced Lunch: 58.5%
Type: regular
Setting: Remote Rural
County: Calhoun County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23): 12.3%
Phone: (361) 983-2341

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District

CALHOUN COUNTY ISD

District Enrollment: 3,533
Schools in District: 7
Per-Pupil Spending: $14,004
District Rank: #1 of 7

Other Schools in This District

HARRISON/JEFFERSON/MADISON EL 8.7 JACKSON/ROOSEVELT EL 7.8 SEADRIFT SCHOOL 7.0 CALHOUN H S 6.9 TRAVIS MIDDLE 5.3

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