HOUSTON EL

HOUSTON EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the PORT ARTHUR ISD school district, located in PORT ARTHUR, TX with about 606 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 44 teachers, HOUSTON EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

HOUSTON ELementary School, located at 3245 36th Street in Port Arthur, Texas, is a primary educational institution operating under the Port Arthur Independent School District (PAISD). The school serves as a foundational learning environment for elementary-aged students in the local community, focusing on core academic development, literacy, and social-emotional growth. As part of the PAISD network, the school adheres to district-wide curricula designed to prepare students for the transition to middle school while fostering a supportive and structured classroom atmosphere.

The school is deeply integrated into the Port Arthur community, acting as a hub for neighborhood families and emphasizing student engagement through various academic and extracurricular activities. By prioritizing consistent educational standards and community involvement, HOUSTON ELementary aims to provide a stable, formative experience for its students, helping them build the necessary skills to succeed within the larger Port Arthur school system. Prospective parents or visitors can find additional resources, school news, and calendar information through the district’s official website.

For more information, contact HOUSTON EL at (409) 984-4800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.