For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,961 students in 78387, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 78387, TX are Sinton Elementary School, E Merle Smith Middle School and Sinton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78387 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78387, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78387, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sinton Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
200 S Bowie Ave
Sinton, TX 78387
(361) 364-6900
Sinton, TX 78387
(361) 364-6900
Gr: 3-5 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
E Merle Smith Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1000 S San Patricio Ave
Sinton, TX 78387
(361) 364-6840
Sinton, TX 78387
(361) 364-6840
Gr: 6-8 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #33.
Sinton High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 N Pirate Blvd
Sinton, TX 78387
(361) 364-6650
Sinton, TX 78387
(361) 364-6650
Gr: 9-12 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: n/an/a
Juvenile Detention Center
Alternative School
107 W 5th St
Sinton, TX 78387
(361) 364-9508
Sinton, TX 78387
(361) 364-9508
Gr: 8-11 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: n/an/a
901 Hamilton St
Sinton, TX 78387
(361) 364-6600
Sinton, TX 78387
(361) 364-6600
Gr: PK-2 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78387, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78387, TX include Sinton Elementary School, E Merle Smith Middle School and Sinton High School.
How many public schools are located in 78387?
5 public schools are located in 78387.
What is the racial composition of students in 78387?
78387 public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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