Serving 575 students in grades 6-8, Port Neches Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Port Neches Middle School's student population of 575 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
575 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Work like a champion, Study like a champion, Perform like a champion.
School Rankings
Port Neches Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Port Neches Middle School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2774 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
28%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
58%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Port Neches Middle School's ranking?
Port Neches Middle School is ranked #2774 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Port Neches Middle School?
575 students attend Port Neches Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Port Neches Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Port Neches Middle School?
Port Neches Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Port Neches Middle School offer ?
Port Neches Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Port Neches Middle School part of?
Port Neches Middle School is part of Port Neches-Groves Independent School District.
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