Taft Elementary School in Port Arthur, TX

Taft Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-3

2500 Taft Ave, Port Arthur, TX

Port Neches-Groves Independent School District

414 Students

Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mrs Staci Gary

Student Teacher Ratio
15:1

Math Proficiency
37%

Reading Proficiency
52%

B-

Academics

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

52%

Math Proficiency

37%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

15:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Teachers in First or Second Year

0.4%

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

393:1

Student Diversity

Male

51.9%

Female

48.1%

White

50.5%

Hispanic

34.3%

Two or more races

Black

4.8%

Asian or Pacific Islander

2.9%

Native American

<1%

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Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

2.0 parent

10/18/2017

My daughter went to this school for all of Kindergarten and 8 weeks of 1st grade. Let's hope you never have to withdraw a kid from this school because they don't give you all the paperwork for you to enroll them into their next school and they take all the school supplies you send with your kid the...

5.0 parent

2/29/2012

Both of my boys either are going or have gone to Taft Elementary. The teachers are wonderful and make learning really fun for the kids (incorporating alot of activities in the classroom). My oldest changed school districts and his grades immediately went up, he is happier and doing well. My youngest...

5.0 other

9/28/2011

Went here as a child and honestly, my only happy school memories in Port Neches Groves area. I still remember all of my teachers names, no clue if they are still teaching. I am 27 now & researching schools out of state in MA for my own children & couldn't help being reminiscent of my own elementary...

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About Groves

Learn More About Groves

List Price Range

$132K - $845K

Homes For Sale

Average Home Value

$204,759

Median Lot Size

7,840 Sq Ft

% Renters

25%

Household Income

$91,910

% of College Grads

13.6%

Median Age

Average House Size

2,158 Sq Ft

% Commercial Property

29.7%

Homes for Sale

$129,900
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,852 Sq Ft
6219 16th St

118 Days On Market
Charming brick home featuring 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths! Originally a 3-bedroom layout, the garage was converted into an additional bedroom, complete with its own half bath. The home offers two spacious living areas, a formal living room and a cozy den, providing plenty of space for relaxation and ent...

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$170,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,626 Sq Ft
6748 Jefferson Blvd

33 Days On Market
Adorable 3-bedroom, 2-bath cottage in the heart of Groves! Step inside to find a spacious primary suite with a beautifully tiled walk-in shower and separate soaking tub—perfect for relaxing. The home features a mix of laminate, tile, and carpet flooring, granite countertops, and charming wood siding...

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$94,900
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,232 Sq Ft
5119 33rd St

46 Days On Market
Cottage in the Heart of Groves. Formal living room and den. Spacious master with a wall of built-ins. Huge laundry room with extra storage or hobby space. Walk up attic is floored-excellent unfinished bonus room. Large covered patio. Attached double garage and double carport. Located on an overs...

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Homes for Rent

$850 - $1,400 per month
- Carriage Park Apartments
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 850+ Sq Ft
5252 Twin City Hwy

Groves, TX
The good life is contagious at Carriage Park. Our location in the center of Groves say it all, but there is more.... Luxurious Apartment with High-End Amenities and Elegant Finishes We are just far enough off the Twin City Highway to offer privacy and seclusion. With easy access t...
$2,495 per month
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,650 Sq Ft
2741 Amber Ave

Groves, TX
This beautiful brick home built in 2018 is about ready to make your own! The kitchen features granite counter tops, updated appliances, and offers that entertaining open concept to the living area. This house has a great split floor plan with two rooms near the entrance, and two rooms towards the ba...

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$1,515 - $2,236 per month
- 9th Avenue Station
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 656+ Sq Ft
7225 9th Ave

Port Arthur, TX
From the moment you walk through the front door, you'll feel the comfort that makes you call us home. Cutting edge amenities, meticulously-groomed landscaping and a dedicated management team contributes to a higher standard of living. 9th Avenue Station is conveniently located to shopping, restauran...

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Bert Karrer Lions Park

Meadowgreen Park

Tennis
Trails
Volleyball

Central Park

Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Playground

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