Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 128% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students (23-24)
78 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
35%
53%
Black
61%
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Port Arthur Alternative Center?
78 students attend Port Arthur Alternative Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Port Arthur Alternative Center students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Port Arthur Alternative Center offer ?
Port Arthur Alternative Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Port Arthur Alternative Center part of?
Port Arthur Alternative Center is part of Port Arthur Independent School District.
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