Average
#5087 of 8,552 schools in TX
Based on limited data
Welder EL
Elementary School · SINTON ISD
P O BOX 1337, Sinton, TX 78387
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on TX statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
557
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
557
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,087 of 8,552
In Sinton
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
SINTON ISD
Shortlisting around Welder EL?
Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Welder EL
Elementary School in Sinton · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Sinton H S
0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Sinton EL
0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Welder EL
Welder EL is a public elementary school in Sinton, TX, part of SINTON ISD. Welder EL serves approximately 557 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Welder EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,087 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
Partial Profile · 2/3 metricsRequires 2+ years of test data
View breakdown
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Welder EL Compares
See how Welder EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
P O BOX 1337, Sinton, TX 78387
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Welder EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILMA MAGEE INT (rated 7.8/10, 14.7 miles away, in nearby Corpus Christi), which scores notably higher. Another option is TULOSO-MIDWAY PRI (rated 7.6/10, 14.4 miles away, in nearby Corpus Christi), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SINTON EL (rated 7.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sinton, see our Sinton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SINTON H S Sinton | 0.2 mi | 6.8 |
| SINTON EL Sinton | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| JUVENILE DETENTION CTR Sinton | 1.2 mi | — |
| E MERLE SMITH MIDDLE Sinton | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| WOODROE PETTY EL Taft | 7.8 mi | 5.5 |
| TAFT H S Taft | 7.7 mi | 5.8 |
| ODEM INT Odem | 8.4 mi | 5.7 |
| ODEM H S Odem | 8.4 mi | 7.4 |
| ODEM J H Odem | 8.4 mi | 6.2 |
| ODEM EL Odem | 8.4 mi | 5.4 |
| RICARDO L TREVINO J H Taft | 8.3 mi | 5.5 |
| COASTAL HORIZONS ACADEMY Stephenville | 8.4 mi | 4.6 |
| TULOSO-MIDWAY PRI Corpus Christi | 14.4 mi | 7.6 |
| GRACE TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Corpus Christi | 14.4 mi | — |
| ANDREWS EL Portland | 13.9 mi | 6.6 |
| TULOSO-MIDWAY MIDDLE Corpus Christi | 14.9 mi | 7.5 |
| CALALLEN MIDDLE Corpus Christi | 14.5 mi | 7.0 |
| ARLINGTON HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Corpus Christi | 15.1 mi | 7.8 |
| WILMA MAGEE INT Corpus Christi | 14.7 mi | 7.8 |
| GREGORY-PORTLAND H S Portland | 14.4 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78387 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,000
Median Home Value
$122,400
Median Rent
$918/mo
Population
9,604
College Educated
11.3%
Homeownership
61.5%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
23.4%
Median Age
35.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANGELA GERUSA LEAL EL San Benito, TX | 5.9 |
| BASIS BENBROOK Benbrook, TX | 5.9 |
| BISHOP EL Everman, TX | 5.9 |
| BONNER EL Houston, TX | 5.9 |
| BULLOCK EL Garland, TX | 5.9 |
| BURKE EL San Antonio, TX | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Welder EL
What grades does Welder EL serve?
Welder EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Welder EL?
Welder EL has an enrollment of approximately 557 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Welder EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Welder EL is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Welder EL rank in TX?
Welder EL ranks #5,087 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Welder EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Welder EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Welder EL a charter school?
No, Welder EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Welder EL a Title I school?
No, Welder EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Welder EL?
70.4% of students at Welder EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Explore More Schools
Neighborhood Context
Powered by 
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 557
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- San Patricio County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.4%
- Phone
- (361) 364-6600
Resources & Links
District
SINTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 2,023
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,283
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
Other Schools in This District
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 rateRelated reading
- Best Public Schools in Texas 2026: Top-Ranked Elementary, Middle & High Schoolsbest schools
- Best School Districts to Move To in 2026: A Data-Driven Guidebest schools
- Best Schools in Austin, TX — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Schools in Dallas, TX — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Schools in Fort Worth, TX — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.