Memorial H S vs Port Acres El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 7.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Memorial H S
Port Arthur · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,140 students
Port Acres El
Port Arthur · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
507 students
| Measure | Memorial H S Port Arthur, Texas | Port Acres El Port Arthur, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1156 of 1,419 | #4003 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #12202 of 16,910 | #40797 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 2,140 | 507 |
| Enrollment | 2,140 | 507 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.7% | 85.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 33% |
| city | Port Arthur | Port Arthur |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Memorial H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.0 vs 26.4).
- •Memorial H S does better on math proficiency (41% vs 33%).
- •Port Acres El does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 29%).
- •Memorial H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.7% vs 85.6%).
- •Memorial H S does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 16.9).
- •Memorial H S is the larger school with 2,140 students compared with 507.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Memorial H S better than Port Acres El?
On the Success Index (US), Memorial H S ranks higher (35.0 vs 26.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Memorial H S and Port Acres El?
About 7.8 km in a straight line, between Port Arthur and Port Arthur in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Memorial H S: 2,140. Port Acres El: 507. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Memorial H S and Port Acres El rank in Texas?
Memorial H S is 1156th of 1,419 and Port Acres El is 4003rd of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).