TAFT EL

TAFT EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the PORT NECHES-GROVES ISD school district, located in PORT ARTHUR, TX with about 436 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 3rd Grade. 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 26 teachers, TAFT EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

TAFT ELementary School, located at 2500 Taft Ave in Port Arthur, Texas, is a public school serving students in the Port Arthur Independent School District (PAISD). As part of a district dedicated to providing foundational education in a diverse urban setting, the school focuses on developing core academic skills in literacy, mathematics, and science. The campus environment is structured to support elementary-aged children by fostering a sense of community and providing the essential tools necessary for long-term academic success.

Beyond core academics, TAFT ELementary emphasizes a supportive learning atmosphere designed to meet the unique needs of the Port Arthur community. The school works to integrate extracurricular initiatives and parental involvement to help students transition effectively into middle school. By leveraging district-wide resources and local community support, the faculty at TAFT ELementary aims to cultivate an inclusive environment that encourages student engagement, character development, and foundational growth.

For more information, contact TAFT EL at (409) 962-2262 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.