Serving 1,134 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pietzsch/mac Arthur Elementary 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 11% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,134 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PIETZSCH/MAC ARTHUR EL serves the eastern part of Beaumont, TX, covering an area of approximately 6.1 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pietzsch/mac Arthur Elementary School's student population of 1,134 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,134 students
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Year Founded
1983
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pietzsch/mac Arthur Elementary 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 Pietzsch/mac Arthur Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#7994 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
39%
54%
Black
55%
13%
White
3%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pietzsch/mac Arthur Elementary School's ranking?
Pietzsch/mac Arthur Elementary School is ranked #7994 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Pietzsch/mac Arthur Elementary School?
1,134 students attend Pietzsch/mac Arthur Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Pietzsch/mac Arthur Elementary School students are Black, 39% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pietzsch/mac Arthur Elementary School?
Pietzsch/mac Arthur Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pietzsch/mac Arthur Elementary School offer ?
Pietzsch/mac Arthur Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Pietzsch/mac Arthur Elementary School part of?
Pietzsch/mac Arthur Elementary School is part of Beaumont Independent School District.
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