Port Acres Elementary School

Direction5900 Jade Ave, Port Arthur, TX, 77642
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Public School PORT ARTHUR ISD Elementary School

Accountability Ratings

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TEA Ratings
Scaled Score
Student Achievement 50
Student Progress 55
Closing Performance Gaps 30
Overall 48

Distinction Designations

Read/ELA
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Post-Secondary
Comparative Academic Growth
Comparative Closing the Gaps

Discover Excellence at Port Acres Elementary School

Nestled in the heart of the friendly community at 5900 Jade Ave, Port Arthur, TX 77640, Port Acres Elementary School stands as a beacon of educational excellence and innovation. As an integral part of the Port Arthur ISD, Port Acres is dedicated to fostering a nurturing, vibrant, and inclusive educational environment that promises a bright future for its students.

Our Teaching Staff: A Blend of Experience and Dedication

At Port Acres Elementary, education is spearheaded by a dedicated team of 30 professional educators, who boast an impressive average tenure of 7 years at our institution. With an overall teaching experience of 9 years each, our teachers bring both wisdom and innovative practices to the classroom. This wealth of experience ensures that our teaching methods are not only tried and tested but also infused with fresh, effective approaches to cater to diverse learning styles.

Student-Focused Learning

Catering to a lively group of 458 students, Port Acres Elementary prides itself on maintaining a favorable student-to-teacher ratio of 15.30 S/T. This allows for personalized attention and tailored instruction, ensuring that each student’s unique needs and potential are adequately met. Our smaller class sizes foster a closer-knit, interactive, and engaging learning environment where every student feels seen, heard, and encouraged to excel.

Supportive Educational Environment

In addition to our qualified teachers, Port Acres Elementary employs 7 dedicated educational aids who provide additional support, ensuring that our classrooms remain inclusive and adaptable to various learning requirements. This team works hand in hand with teachers to reinforce lessons, aid individual students, and maintain an organized and supportive educational setting.

Join Our Community

Choosing the right school is pivotal. At Port Acres Elementary, we believe in creating a foundation for lifelong learning, critical thinking, and successful future endeavors. We invite you to become a part of our community, where education is not just about learning facts but about building character and preparing for the challenges of tomorrow...

Discover Excellence at Port Acres Elementary School

Nestled in the heart of the friendly community at 5900 Jade Ave, Port Arthur, TX 77640, Port Acres Elementary School stands as a beacon of educational excellence and innovation. As an integral part of the Port Arthur ISD, Port Acres is dedicated to fostering a nurturing, vibrant, and inclusive educational environment that promises a bright future for its students.

Our Teaching Staff: A Blend of Experience and Dedication

At Port Acres Elementary, education is spearheaded by a dedicated team of 30 professional educators, who boast an impressive average tenure of 7 years at our institution. With an overall teaching experience of 9 years each, our teachers bring both wisdom and innovative practices to the classroom. This wealth of experience ensures that our teaching methods are not only tried and tested but also infused with fresh, effective approaches to cater to diverse learning styles.

Student-Focused Learning

Catering to a lively group of 458 students, Port Acres Elementary prides itself on maintaining a favorable student-to-teacher ratio of 15.30 S/T. This allows for personalized attention and tailored instruction, ensuring that each student’s unique needs and potential are adequately met. Our smaller class sizes foster a closer-knit, interactive, and engaging learning environment where every student feels seen, heard, and encouraged to excel.

Supportive Educational Environment

In addition to our qualified teachers, Port Acres Elementary employs 7 dedicated educational aids who provide additional support, ensuring that our classrooms remain inclusive and adaptable to various learning requirements. This team works hand in hand with teachers to reinforce lessons, aid individual students, and maintain an organized and supportive educational setting.

Join Our Community

Choosing the right school is pivotal. At Port Acres Elementary, we believe in creating a foundation for lifelong learning, critical thinking, and successful future endeavors. We invite you to become a part of our community, where education is not just about learning facts but about building character and preparing for the challenges of tomorrow.

For more information or to arrange a visit, please call us at (409) 984-4960. Join us at Port Acres Elementary, where your child’s future shines brighter.

School Summary

Public School
Grade Span
PK-05
Enrollment
507
Is Charter
No
Address
5900 JADE AVE, PORT ARTHUR, TX, 77642
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Principal
MRS AMY NEWCOMB JORDAN
School District
Phone
(409) 984-4960
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Port Acres Elementary School Student / Staff Statistics

Student Statistics

Racial/Ethnic Group
Racial/Ethnic Group Number Percent
African American 234 46.15%
Hispanic 218 43.00%
White 27 5.33%
Asian 4 0.79%
Native American 2 0.39%
Two or More Races 21 4.14%
Total Students 507 100.00%
Eco Disadvantaged 434 85.60%
Limited English Proficiency 115 22.68%
Program/Count/Percent
Program Count Percent
Bilingual 115 22.68%
Gifted & Talented 15 2.96%
Special Education 80 15.78%
Teacher Student Ratio 16.50 S/T

Staff Statistics

By Experience
By Experience Count Percent
Over 30 years 2 4.87%
20 - 30 years 2 6.49%
10 - 20 years 6 20.13%
6 - 10 years 1 3.25%
1- 5 years 7 23.70%
Beginning Teacher 13 41.23%
Teacher Experience Average 7.60 yrs
Teacher Tenure Average 4.70 yrs
Teacher Type Number Percent
Total Teachers 31 100%
Female Teachers 28 91.23 %
Male Teachers 3 8.77 %
School Admin 2
School Support 3
Edu Aids 7
Special Education 1

Port Acres Elementary School 2025 STAAR Statistics

STAAR Statistics
Group All Subjects Read/ELA Math Science Soc Studies
ALL 48% 62% 41% 30% %
African American 43% 61% 32% 25% %
Hispanic 54% 59% 52% 40% %
White 44% 75% 25% *% %
Asian *% *% *% % %
Two or More Races 70% 80% 60% % %
Economically Disadvantaged 47% 60% 38% 30% %
Male Students 48% 60% 42% 30% %
Female Students 48% 63% 39% 30% %
Special Education 37% 46% 31% 25% %
Limited English Proficiency 50% 47% 57% 29% %

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