PORT ISABEL HIGH SCHOOL

PORT ISABEL H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the POINT ISABEL ISD school district, located in PORT ISABEL, TX with about 697 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 48 teachers, PORT ISABEL H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Port Isabel High School, located at 18001 Hwy 100 in Port Isabel, Texas, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the Point Isabel Independent School District. Situated near the southern tip of Texas and the Gulf Coast, the school plays a central role in the local community, catering to students from the historic coastal town of Port Isabel and its surrounding areas. The school is known for its "Tarpon" mascot and maintains a strong sense of school spirit that reflects the unique cultural and geographic identity of the Laguna Madre region.

Academically and extracurricularly, Port Isabel High School provides a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The school offers a variety of athletic programs, career and technical education (CTE) pathways, and student organizations that leverage the school’s proximity to the coast and its diverse student population. By fostering a supportive learning environment, the institution aims to bridge the gap between traditional academic standards and the specific needs of its coastal community, ensuring students are equipped for success after graduation.

For more information, contact PORT ISABEL H S at (956) 943-0030 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.