PORT NECHES-GROVES H S

1,720 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Port Neches-Groves High School (PNGHS), located in Port Neches, Texas, is the sole high school serving the Port Neches-Groves Independent School District. It is widely recognized for its deep-rooted community traditions, most notably its iconic "Indian" spirit, which permeates both academic and extracurricular life. The school serves a diverse student body and is well-regarded for its strong emphasis on school pride, exemplified by its famous "Indianettes" drill team and its highly spirited athletic programs.

Beyond its focus on tradition and athletics, the school offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for higher education and career paths. PNGHS has long been a focal point of the local community, fostering a close-knit environment where alumni involvement and town-wide support for student activities are cornerstones of the school’s culture. Its location on Merriman Street serves as a central hub for the district, reflecting the values of loyalty and excellence that define the Port Neches-Groves educational experience.

1,720

Total Students

116.2

Full-Time Teachers

14.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

37.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for PORT NECHES-GROVES H S
Demographic	Student Count
White	927
Hispanic	552
Black	80
Asian	105
Two or More	53
American Indian	3

White
927 (53.9%)
Hispanic
552 (32.1%)
Asian
105 (6.1%)
Black
80 (4.7%)
Two or More
53 (3.1%)
American Indian
3 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	N/A
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	PORT NECHES-GROVES ISD
Phone:	(409)729-7644
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,720
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	116.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	559
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	85

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 445

Grade 10 411

Grade 11 429

Grade 12 435