Port Aransas ISD

A Legacy of Excellence

Port Aransas Independent School District is a public school district nestled in the heart of Port Aransas, Texas, with a small portion extending into Aransas County. We are proud to serve our community through three dedicated schools: H.G. Olsen Elementary (PK-5), Brundrett Middle School (6-8), and Port Aransas High School (9-12).

At PAISD, our mission is to inspire every student to reach their full potential through an engaging, student-centered education, fostering a culture of lifelong learning every day and in every space. We are deeply committed to maintaining the highest moral, ethical, and academic standards, providing a wide range of unique learning opportunities that instill pride, integrity, critical thinking, problem-solving, and resilience in every Marlin. Our overarching vision is simple yet powerful: A Legacy of Excellence. We aspire to prepare all students for whatever career path they may choose, equipping them with a strong sense of self, a deep understanding of their community, and the essential skills needed to thrive as engaged lifelong learners.

Key Strengths & Achievements:

• Exceptional Outcomes: We are incredibly proud of our students' achievements. For the Class of 2025, we celebrated a 100% on-time graduation rate. Our commitment to academic rigor is reflected in strong standardized test scores, with the average SAT score for the 2024-2025 school year being 1112.

• Personalized Attention: Our district prides itself on a supportive and individualized learning environment. With a student-teacher ratio of 11:1, significantly lower than the state average, our educators can provide more personalized attention and support to each student.

• Thriving Student Body: As of the 2024-2025 school year, our student population stands at 585 students. We embrace the diversity of our community and we are dedicated to providing equitable opportunities for all.

• Holistic Development: Beyond core academics, we are continuously enhancing our curriculum to reflect 21st-century learning skills such as reasoning, interpretation, artistry, curiosity, imagination, and innovation. We also emphasize ethical decision-making, community service, and civic-mindedness through programs both inside and outside the classroom.

The safety and emotional well-being of our Marlin community are paramount, supported by improved facilities, comprehensive training, and programming. We also actively implement a flexible, responsive, and secure technology plan, while responsibly managing all budgetary decisions with the needs of our students, staff, and community central to the process.

Join us at Port Aransas ISD, where we are building a legacy of excellence and empowering every Marlin for a bright future.