School Overview
Memorial High School, located in Port Arthur, Texas, is the primary secondary educational institution within the Port Arthur Independent School District. Serving a diverse student body, the school is known for its comprehensive academic programs and its strong emphasis on preparing students for post-secondary success, whether through university enrollment, vocational training, or military service. As the district’s sole high school, it acts as a central hub for the community, fostering a unified school spirit and providing a wide array of extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, fine arts, and various student-led organizations.

The campus, situated on Ssgt Lucian Adam Drive, serves as a focal point for student life and development in the region. Memorial High School places significant value on cultivating both academic achievement and character, often highlighting the importance of community involvement and perseverance. By offering a variety of advanced placement (AP) courses, career and technical education (CTE) pathways, and athletic programs, the school strives to provide a well-rounded educational experience that addresses the unique needs and interests of its diverse student population while maintaining a commitment to preparing them for the challenges of the 21st century.
2,116
Total Students
169.4
Full-Time Teachers
12.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
81.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for MEMORIAL H S
Demographic Student Count
White51
Hispanic1,000
Black923
Asian74
Two or More22
American Indian46
  • Hispanic
    1,000 (47.3 %)
  • Black
    923 (43.6 %)
  • Asian
    74 (3.5 %)
  • White
    51 (2.4 %)
  • American Indian
    46 (2.2 %)
  • Two or More
    22 (1.0 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: PORT ARTHUR ISD
Phone: (409)984-4000
Website: http://www.paisd.org/schools/memorial/home.htm
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 2,116
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 169.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,710
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 18
Grades Taught
Grade 9 577
Grade 10 631
Grade 11 470
Grade 12 438

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for MEMORIAL H S
Grade Student Count
Grade 9577
Grade 10631
Grade 11470
Grade 12438
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for MEMORIAL H S
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,04249.2%
Male1,07450.8%