Serving 184 students in grades 9-12, Port Aransas High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Port Aransas High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Port Aransas High School's student population of 184 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
184 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Port Aransas High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Port Aransas High School is 0.33, 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
#903 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
14%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
81%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Port Aransas High School's ranking?
Port Aransas High School is ranked #903 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Port Aransas High School?
The graduation rate of Port Aransas High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Port Aransas High School?
184 students attend Port Aransas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Port Aransas High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Port Aransas High School?
Port Aransas High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Port Aransas High School offer ?
Port Aransas High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Port Aransas High School part of?
Port Aransas High School is part of Port Aransas Independent School District.
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