For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 1,857 students in 77640, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 77640, TX are Tekoa Academy Of Accelerated Studies, Tekoa Academy Of Accelerated Studies - Orange and Port Acres Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 77640 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 77640, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77640, TX Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tekoa Academy Of Accelerated Studies
Charter School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
326 Thomas Blvd
Port Arthur, TX 77640
(409) 982-5400
Port Arthur, TX 77640
(409) 982-5400
Gr: 6-8 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #22.
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 | 111 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #33.
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 | 514 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
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 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Lincoln Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1023 Abe Lincoln Ave
Port Arthur, TX 77640
(409) 984-8700
Port Arthur, TX 77640
(409) 984-8700
Gr: 6-8 | 626 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Dequeen Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
740 Dequeen Blvd
Port Arthur, TX 77640
(409) 984-8900
Port Arthur, TX 77640
(409) 984-8900
Gr: 3-5 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Rank: n/an/a
Port Arthur Alternative Center
Alternative School
1030 Dunbar Ave
Port Arthur, TX 77640
(409) 984-8650
Port Arthur, TX 77640
(409) 984-8650
Gr: 6-12 | 78 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
77640, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2441 61st St
Port Arthur, TX 77640
(409) 984-4900
Port Arthur, TX 77640
(409) 984-4900
Gr: 6-8 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
1300 Freeman Ave
Port Arthur, TX 77640
(409) 989-6244
Port Arthur, TX 77640
(409) 989-6244
1000 10th St
Port Arthur, TX 77640
(409) 985-2573
Port Arthur, TX 77640
(409) 985-2573
Gr: PK-5 | 787 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
1023 Abe Lincoln Ave
Port Arthur, TX 77640
(409) 989-6244
Port Arthur, TX 77640
(409) 989-6244
Gr: 9 | 760 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
2441 61st St
Port Arthur, TX 77640
(409) 736-1521
Port Arthur, TX 77640
(409) 736-1521
Gr: 9 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
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%
Tekoa Academy Of Accelerated Studies (Closed 2021)
Charter School
327 Thomas Blvd
Port Arthur, TX 77640
(409) 982-5400
Port Arthur, TX 77640
(409) 982-5400
Gr: 9-12 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Tekoa Academy Of Accelerated Studies (Closed 2021)
Charter School
3700 Proctor
Port Arthur, TX 77640
(409) 982-5400
Port Arthur, TX 77640
(409) 982-5400
Gr: PK-5 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 77640, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 77640, TX include Tekoa Academy Of Accelerated Studies, Tekoa Academy Of Accelerated Studies - Orange and Port Acres Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 77640?
7 public schools are located in 77640.
What is the racial composition of students in 77640?
77640 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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