School Overview
MacArthur Elementary School is a public school located in Galena Park, Texas, and serves as part of the Galena Park Independent School District (GPISD). Situated on N. Main Street, the school is deeply integrated into the local community, reflecting the district’s commitment to providing structured, foundational education for students in the primary grade levels. As part of a district known for its focus on student achievement and community engagement, MacArthur Elementary emphasizes a supportive learning environment designed to meet the academic and social-emotional needs of its diverse student population.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Galena Park Independent School District, which prioritizes college and career readiness, rigorous curriculum standards, and the effective use of educational technology. By maintaining close ties with the district’s central resources, MacArthur Elementary offers various programs and instructional support systems to ensure students build strong literacy and numeracy skills. Families associated with the school benefit from the district’s centralized support services, including specialized instruction and extracurricular opportunities, all aimed at fostering a culture of success and long-term academic growth for students in the Galena Park area.
556
Total Students
40.2
Full-Time Teachers
13.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
89.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for MACARTHUR EL
Demographic Student Count
White10
Hispanic518
Black26
Two or More1
American Indian1
  • Hispanic
    518 (93.2%)
  • Black
    26 (4.7%)
  • White
    10 (1.8%)
  • Two or More
    1 (0.2%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: GALENA PARK ISD
Phone: (832)386-4630
Website: http://www.galenaparkisd.com
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 556
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 40.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 490
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 10
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 61
Kindergarten 62
Grade 1 97
Grade 2 85
Grade 3 80
Grade 4 80
Grade 5 91

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for MACARTHUR EL
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten61
Kindergarten62
Grade 197
Grade 285
Grade 380
Grade 480
Grade 591
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for MACARTHUR EL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female27248.9%
Male28451.1%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)