For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 815 students in 77640, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 77640, TX are Tekoa Academy Of Accelerated Studies - Orange, Port Acres Elementary School and Washington Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 77640 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 77640, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77640, TX Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tekoa Academy Of Accelerated Studies - Orange
Charter School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1704 14th St
Port Arthur, TX 77640
(409) 886-9862
Port Arthur, TX 77640
(409) 886-9862
Gr: PK-8 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Port Acres Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5900 Jade Ave
Port Arthur, TX 77640
(409) 984-4960
Port Arthur, TX 77640
(409) 984-4960
Gr: PK-5 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Freeman Ave
Port Arthur, TX 77640
(409) 984-8600
Port Arthur, TX 77640
(409) 984-8600
Gr: PK-2 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
77640, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2000 Jefferson Dr
Port Arthur, TX 77640
(409) 985-6796
Port Arthur, TX 77640
(409) 985-6796
Gr: 9-10 | 680 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 77640, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 77640, TX include Tekoa Academy Of Accelerated Studies - Orange, Port Acres Elementary School and Washington Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 77640?
3 public preschools are located in 77640.
What is the racial composition of students in 77640?
77640 public preschools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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