Needs Improvement
#8000 of 8,552 schools in TX
Travis EL
Elementary School · PORT ARTHUR ISD
1115 LAKEVIEW AVE, Port Arthur, TX 77642
Enrollment
523
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
523
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,000 of 8,552
In Port Arthur
#19 of 20
public schools
In district
#11 of 12
PORT ARTHUR ISD
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Travis EL
Elementary School in Port Arthur · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Travis EL
Travis EL is a public elementary school in Port Arthur, TX, part of PORT ARTHUR ISD. Travis EL serves approximately 523 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Travis EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #8,000 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Travis EL show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Travis EL — Students at Travis EL score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.2%
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: 1.8/10.
How Travis EL Compares
See how Travis 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
1115 LAKEVIEW AVE, Port Arthur, TX 77642
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Travis EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOUSTON EL (rated 8.2/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BOB HOPE SCHOOL - EL CAMPUS (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TEKOA ACADEMY OF ACCELERATED STUDIES (rated 6.6/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Port Arthur, see our Port Arthur schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WHEATLEY SCHOOL OF EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS Port Arthur | 0.1 mi | 4.7 |
| JEFFERSON MIDDLE Port Arthur | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| LAKEVIEW EL Port Arthur | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| TYRRELL EL Port Arthur | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| BOB HOPE SCHOOL - EL CAMPUS Port Arthur | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| BOB HOPE SCHOOL Port Arthur | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| GROVES PRI Groves | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| GROVES INT Groves | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| VAL VERDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Groves | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| DEQUEEN EL Port Arthur | 2.2 mi | 3.5 |
| BOB HOPE H S Port Arthur | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| HOUSTON EL Port Arthur | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| GROVES MIDDLE Groves | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| STAFF SERGEANT LUCIAN ADAMS EL Port Arthur | 3.3 mi | 6.2 |
| TEKOA ACADEMY OF ACCELERATED STUDIES Port Arthur | 3.7 mi | 6.6 |
| TEKOA ACADEMY OF ACCELERATED STUDIES Port Arthur | 3.7 mi | 5.3 |
| TEKOA ACADEMY OF ACCELERATED STUDIES Port Arthur | 3.7 mi | 9.2 |
| WASHINGTON EL Port Arthur | 4.2 mi | 4.6 |
| MEMORIAL H S Port Arthur | 4.0 mi | 4.9 |
| LINCOLN MIDDLE Port Arthur | 4.5 mi | 3.5 |
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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| ALLISON EL Austin, TX | 3.5 |
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| CROSBY EL Forney, TX | 3.5 |
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| FRED BOOTH San Benito, TX | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Travis EL
What grades does Travis EL serve?
Travis EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Travis EL?
Travis EL has an enrollment of approximately 523 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Travis EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Travis EL is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Travis EL rank in TX?
Travis EL ranks #8,000 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Travis EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Travis EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Travis EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Travis EL has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Travis EL a charter school?
No, Travis EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Travis EL a Title I school?
No, Travis EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Travis EL?
90.2% of students at Travis 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 523
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.0%
- Phone
- (409) 984-4700
Resources & Links
District
PORT ARTHUR ISD- District Enrollment
- 8,155
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,737
- District Rank
- #11 of 12
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