San Patricio County Schools & Education
San Patricio County, Texas
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
58/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
94.1%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
94.1%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 91.6%
Per-Pupil Spending
$6,820
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,498
School Score
58/100
Higher = better
State avg 56/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#123
of 253 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: San Patricio County
School Verdict
San Patricio County performs at an average level with a school score of 58/100 and a solid graduation rate of 94.1%.
Funding Context
At $6,820 per pupil, San Patricio County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for San Patricio County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 3% above the Texas average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 2.5 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 9% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in San Patricio County, Texas
A Robust Coastal Education Network
San Patricio County features a diverse educational landscape with 31 public schools serving nearly 14,000 students. The infrastructure is well-rounded, offering 15 elementary, seven middle, and nine high schools across seven districts.
Matching State Performance Standards
The county achieves a strong 94.1% graduation rate, surpassing the national average of 87%. With a school score of 55.3, the county perfectly mirrors the Texas state average while spending $6,820 per pupil.
Gregory-Portland ISD Leads Growth
Gregory-Portland ISD is the county's largest district, educating 4,937 students across six campuses. Sinton ISD and Aransas Pass ISD also serve significant populations, while a single charter school provides an alternative for about 3% of the student body.
Diverse Town and Suburban Locales
The county offers a mix of settings, with 24 schools in town locales and four in suburban areas. Gregory-Portland High School is the largest campus with 1,464 students, creating a more traditional, large-scale high school experience.
Find Diverse Living Near Coastal Schools
With a variety of town and suburban school settings, San Patricio County is ideal for families seeking diverse educational environments. Browse homes near Gregory-Portland or Sinton to take advantage of these established districts.
School Overview
Total Schools
31
in San Patricio County
Total Enrollment
13,997
students
School Districts
7
districts
Charter Schools
1
3% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
7 School Districts in San Patricio County
GREGORY-PORTLAND ISD
SINTON ISD
INGLESIDE ISD
ARANSAS PASS ISD
MATHIS ISD
ODEM-EDROY ISD
TAFT ISD
31 Public Schools in San Patricio County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREGORY-PORTLAND H S | GREGORY-PORTLAND ISD | 9–12 | High | 1,464 |
| GREGORY-PORTLAND MIDDLE | GREGORY-PORTLAND ISD | 6–8 | Middle | 1,124 |
| ANDREWS EL | GREGORY-PORTLAND ISD | PK–5 | Primary | 636 |
| INGLESIDE H S | INGLESIDE ISD | 9–12 | High | 633 |
| SINTON H S | SINTON ISD | 9–12 | High | 610 |
| CLARK EL | GREGORY-PORTLAND ISD | PK–5 | Primary | 596 |
| EAST CLIFF EL | GREGORY-PORTLAND ISD | PK–5 | Primary | 580 |
| WELDER EL | SINTON ISD | PK–2 | Primary | 574 |
| AUSTIN EL | GREGORY-PORTLAND ISD | PK–5 | Primary | 537 |
| INGLESIDE PRI | INGLESIDE ISD | PK–2 | Primary | 495 |
| H T FAULK EL | ARANSAS PASS ISD | PK–2 | Primary | 483 |
| ARANSAS PASS H S | ARANSAS PASS ISD | 9–12 | High | 457 |
| SINTON EL | SINTON ISD | 3–5 | Primary | 449 |
| GILBERT J MIRCOVICH EL | INGLESIDE ISD | 3–5 | Primary | 448 |
| LEON TAYLOR MIDDLE | INGLESIDE ISD | 6–8 | Middle | 447 |
| MATHIS H S | MATHIS ISD | 9–12 | High | 434 |
| E MERLE SMITH MIDDLE | SINTON ISD | 6–8 | Middle | 428 |
| MATHIS EL | MATHIS ISD | PK–2 | Primary | 409 |
| A C BLUNT MIDDLE | ARANSAS PASS ISD | 6–8 | Middle | 387 |
| WOODROE PETTY EL | TAFT ISD | PK–5 | Primary | 381 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$6,820
State avg $7,498
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in San Patricio County, Texas — FAQ
What does the school system look like in San Patricio County, Texas?
San Patricio County features a diverse educational landscape with 31 public schools serving nearly 14,000 students. The infrastructure is well-rounded, offering 15 elementary, seven middle, and nine high schools across seven districts.
How do schools in San Patricio County perform academically?
The county achieves a strong 94.1% graduation rate, surpassing the national average of 87%. With a school score of 55.3, the county perfectly mirrors the Texas state average while spending $6,820 per pupil.
What are the major school districts in San Patricio County, Texas?
Gregory-Portland ISD is the county's largest district, educating 4,937 students across six campuses. Sinton ISD and Aransas Pass ISD also serve significant populations, while a single charter school provides an alternative for about 3% of the student body.
What is the school experience like in San Patricio County?
The county offers a mix of settings, with 24 schools in town locales and four in suburban areas. Gregory-Portland High School is the largest campus with 1,464 students, creating a more traditional, large-scale high school experience.
How can I find homes near good schools in San Patricio County, Texas?
With a variety of town and suburban school settings, San Patricio County is ideal for families seeking diverse educational environments. Browse homes near Gregory-Portland or Sinton to take advantage of these established districts.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.