SULPHUR SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL
SULPHUR SPRINGS H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the SULPHUR SPRINGS ISD school district, located in SULPHUR SPRINGS, TX with about 1,230 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 109 teachers, SULPHUR SPRINGS H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Sulphur Springs High School (SSHS), located at 1200 Connally Street in Sulphur Springs, Texas, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Sulphur Springs Independent School District. As a pillar of the local community, the school is well-regarded for its robust academic programming and a comprehensive extracurricular culture that includes competitive athletics, fine arts, and various student organizations. The campus is designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, offering a blend of traditional core curriculum, advanced placement courses, and career and technical education (CTE) pathways that cater to a diverse range of student interests and future career goals.
The school is deeply integrated into the fabric of Hopkins County, frequently serving as a hub for community events and spirit. Known for its strong tradition of Wildcat pride, Sulphur Springs High School places a significant emphasis on fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages both personal growth and civic responsibility. By balancing rigorous academic standards with a wide array of student life opportunities, the school strives to equip its graduates with the essential skills, leadership qualities, and community awareness necessary to succeed in a modern, global society.
For more information, contact SULPHUR SPRINGS H S at (903) 885-2158 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
SULPHUR SPRINGS, TX 75482
(903) 885-2158
SULPHUR SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in SULPHUR SPRINGS, TX with about 1,230 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- SULPHUR SPRINGS ISD
- Total Students:
- 1,230
- Teachers:
- 109.55
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,230 students
- White
- 60.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 24.4%
- Black or African American
- 11.8%
- Two or more races
- 2.2%
- Asian
- 1.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.6%
- Female
- 47.2%
- Male
- 52.8%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.