School Overview
E. Merle Smith Middle School is a public school located in Sinton, Texas, serving as a key component of the Sinton Independent School District. Dedicated to the academic and personal development of students in the middle grades, the school provides a structured learning environment designed to bridge the transition between elementary and high school. The campus is situated on South San Patricio Avenue and functions as a focal point for the local community, focusing on preparing students for future success through a comprehensive curriculum and extracurricular opportunities.

As part of the Sinton ISD, E. Merle Smith Middle School emphasizes the district’s commitment to educational excellence and student growth. The school aims to foster a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage in both academic pursuits and social development. By maintaining a presence within the local district infrastructure, the school plays an essential role in the Sinton community, striving to provide its diverse student body with the necessary tools and skills to thrive as they move toward their secondary education. For more detailed information regarding school programs, events, and resources, stakeholders can visit the district’s official website at http://www.sintonisd.net.
428
Total Students
40.5
Full-Time Teachers
10.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
63.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for E MERLE SMITH MIDDLE
Demographic Student Count
White66
Hispanic349
Black9
Asian1
Two or More3
  • Hispanic
    349 (81.5 %)
  • White
    66 (15.4 %)
  • Black
    9 (2.1 %)
  • Two or More
    3 (0.7 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: SINTON ISD
Phone: (361)364-6840
Website: http://www.sintonisd.net
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 428
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 40.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 266
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 6
Grades Taught
Grade 6 134
Grade 7 132
Grade 8 162

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for E MERLE SMITH MIDDLE
Grade Student Count
Grade 6134
Grade 7132
Grade 8162
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for E MERLE SMITH MIDDLE
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female20748.4%
Male22151.6%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)