Serving 458 students in grades 3-5, Sinton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sinton El's attendance zone encompasses the entire Sinton school district, covering approximately 223.3 square miles around Sinton, TX. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 15.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sinton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Sinton Elementary School's student population of 458 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
458 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sinton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sinton Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3388 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
83%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sinton Elementary School's ranking?
Sinton Elementary School is ranked #3388 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sinton Elementary School?
458 students attend Sinton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Sinton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sinton Elementary School?
Sinton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sinton Elementary School offer ?
Sinton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Sinton Elementary School part of?
Sinton Elementary School is part of Sinton Independent School District.
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