Serving 65 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Port O Connor 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 ≥80% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 65 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Port O Connor School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Port O Connor School's student population of 65 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
65 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Port O Connor School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Port O Connor School is 0.53, 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
#826 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
37%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
58%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 O Connor School's ranking?
Port O Connor School is ranked #826 out of 8,096 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?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Port O Connor School?
65 students attend Port O Connor School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Port O Connor School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Port O Connor School?
Port O Connor School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Port O Connor School offer ?
Port O Connor School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Port O Connor School part of?
Port O Connor School is part of Calhoun County Independent School District.
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