For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,411 students in 78387, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78387, TX are Sinton Elementary School and E Merle Smith Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78387 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78387, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78387, TX Public Elementary 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 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 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 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: n/an/a
901 Hamilton St
Sinton, TX 78387
(361) 364-6600
Sinton, TX 78387
(361) 364-6600
Gr: PK-2 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
78387, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alter Ed Prog (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
800 E Sinton St
Sinton, TX 78387
(361) 364-6814
Sinton, TX 78387
(361) 364-6814
Gr: K-12 | 6 students
800 S San Patricio
Sinton, TX 78387
(361) 364-6890
Sinton, TX 78387
(361) 364-6890
Gr: 5-6 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 78387, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78387, TX include Sinton Elementary School and E Merle Smith Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78387?
3 public elementary schools are located in 78387.
What is the racial composition of students in 78387?
78387 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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