Agnew Middle School serves 1,928 students in grades 10-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 was higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 92% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
1,928 students
Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
21%
53%
Black
63%
13%
White
8%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Agnew Middle School?
1,928 students attend Agnew Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Agnew Middle School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Agnew Middle School?
Agnew Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Agnew Middle School offer ?
Agnew Middle School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Agnew Middle School part of?
Agnew Middle School is part of Port Arthur Independent School District.
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