Sinton High School is a public high school located in Sinton, Texas, United States, and classified as a 4A school by the UIL. It is part of the Sinton Independent School District located in San Patricio County.
Serving 601 students in grades 9-12, Sinton High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sinton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Sinton High School's student population of 601 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
601 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Sinton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sinton High School is 0.32, 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
#5329 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
81%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
17%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pirate
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sinton High School's ranking?
Sinton High School is ranked #5329 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Sinton High School often compared to?
Sinton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Odem High School, Gregory-portland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sinton High School?
The graduation rate of Sinton High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Sinton High School?
601 students attend Sinton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Sinton High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sinton High School?
Sinton High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sinton High School offer ?
Sinton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sinton High School part of?
Sinton High School is part of Sinton Independent School District.
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