Memorial High School is a public, co-educational secondary school located in Port Arthur, Texas, United States. It was established in August 2002 after a merger of three previous high schools: Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln, and Stephen F. Austin.
Serving 2,140 students in grades 9-12, Memorial High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,140 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Memorial High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Port Arthur school district, covering approximately 50.7 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of about 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being around 3.9 miles, and the furthest edge located 7.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Memorial High School's student population of 2,140 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 164 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,140 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
164 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2002
Campus Size
2,500
School Motto
Endeavoring toward a cultural spirit of excellence.
School Rankings
Memorial High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Memorial High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7591 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
51%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
43%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Black, and Silver
School Mascot
Mighty Titan
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Memorial High School's ranking?
Memorial High School is ranked #7591 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Memorial High School often compared to?
Memorial High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Port Neches-groves High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Memorial High School?
The graduation rate of Memorial High School is 85%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Memorial High School?
2,140 students attend Memorial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Memorial High School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Memorial High School?
Memorial High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Memorial High School offer ?
Memorial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Memorial High School part of?
Memorial High School is part of Port Arthur Independent School District.
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