Best Schools in Sulphur Springs, Texas
11 schools · 6 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Sulphur Springs by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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North Hopkins EL
Elementary · North Hopkins ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Barbara Bush Pri
Elementary · Sulphur Springs ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
North Hopkins H S
High · North Hopkins ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Sulphur Springs for 2026 are North Hopkins EL (9.1/10), Barbara Bush Pri (9.1/10), and North Hopkins H S (8.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 10 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
11
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$202,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
11
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$202,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 9.1/10 despite 72% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.1 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Sulphur Springs schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +17.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Sulphur Springs schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Sulphur Springs
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 of 11). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Hopkins EL | 9.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Barbara Bush Pri | 9.1 / 10 |
| 3 | North Hopkins H S | 8.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Sulphur Springs Middle | 8.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Sulphur Springs EL | 7.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Sulphur Springs H S | 6.3 / 10 |
| 7 | Travis Pri | 6.2 / 10 |
| 8 | Douglass Eclc | 5.9 / 10 |
| 9 | Bowie Pri | 5.7 / 10 |
| 10 | Rowena Johnson Pri | 5.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.2/10
- Median household income
- $64,049
- Median home value
- $202,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Avg commute
- 20 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 66%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Sulphur Springs compares
Texas rank
#174 of 654
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.9
above Texas avg (6.3)
Median household income
$64k
86% of Texas median
Schools in this city
10
About Schools in Sulphur Springs, Texas
Sulphur Springs, Texas is home to 11 schools, including 11 public schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Sulphur Springs perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Sulphur Springs is North Hopkins EL with a composite score of 9.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Sulphur Springs is served by 2 school districts: NORTH HOPKINS ISD, SULPHUR SPRINGS ISD. These districts collectively serve 4,869 students.
Sulphur Springs's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $64,049. The poverty rate in the area is 12.1%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 272 students · Pre-K–6th | 9.1 |
| 2 | 319 students · Kindergarten–3rd | 9.1 |
| 3 | 639 students · 4th–5th | 7.7 |
| 4 | 253 students · Kindergarten–3rd | 6.2 |
| 5 | 324 students · Kindergarten–3rd | 5.7 |
| 6 | 327 students · Kindergarten–3rd | 5.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 969 students · 6th–8th | 8.0 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 233 students · 7th–12th | 8.8 |
| 2 | 1,278 students · 8th–12th | 6.3 |
| 3 | 20 students · 10th–12th | — |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 235 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.9 |
Schools in Sulphur Springs
Sulphur Springs, Texas · 11 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$64,049
Median Home Value
$202,600
Median Rent
$1,047/mo
Population
26,086
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Community Profile
Sulphur Springs has a median household income of $64,049. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $202,600, with a median rent of $1,047/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.1%. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 6
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 3
- Other
- 1
Resources
School Districts (2)
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Texas
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Sulphur Springs, Texas
How many schools are in Sulphur Springs, Texas?
Sulphur Springs has 11 schools, including 11 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Sulphur Springs, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sulphur Springs is 7.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Sulphur Springs, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Sulphur Springs on MySchoolScout is North Hopkins EL with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Sulphur Springs, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Sulphur Springs on MySchoolScout is North Hopkins EL with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Sulphur Springs, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Sulphur Springs on MySchoolScout is Sulphur Springs Middle with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best high school in Sulphur Springs, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Sulphur Springs on MySchoolScout is North Hopkins H S with a composite score of 8.8/10.
How many school districts serve Sulphur Springs, Texas?
Sulphur Springs is served by 2 school districts: North Hopkins ISD, Sulphur Springs ISD.
What is the education level in Sulphur Springs, Texas?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Sulphur Springs have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Sulphur Springs, Texas?
The median household income in Sulphur Springs is approximately $64,049 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sulphur Springs, Texas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sulphur Springs is 12.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sulphur Springs, Texas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Texas Education Agency, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.