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6.6 avg / 10

Best Schools in Huntsville, Arkansas

4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 4
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.6/10
Estimated Scores: 25%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.6/10

25% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$55,500

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$165,600

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
13%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
31 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
80%

Of occupied housing units

How Huntsville compares

Arkansas rank

#39 of 123

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.3

above Arkansas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$56k

100% of Arkansas median

Schools in this city

4

About Schools in Huntsville, Arkansas

Huntsville, Arkansas is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Huntsville show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Huntsville is Huntsville Middle School with a composite score of 8.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Huntsville is served by 1 school district: HUNTSVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 2,269 students.

Huntsville's community shows 13% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $55,500. The poverty rate in the area is 15.4%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 72740 (4)

Elementary Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 483 students · Kindergarten–2nd 6.0
2 447 students · 3rd–5th 6.0

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 513 students · 6th–8th 8.7

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 604 students · 9th–12th 5.6

Schools in Huntsville

Huntsville, Arkansas · 4 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$55,500

Median Home Value

$165,600

Median Rent

$614/mo

Population

10,226

College Educated

13%

Homeownership

80%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

15.4%

Community Profile

Huntsville has a median household income of $55,500. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $165,600, with a median rent of $614/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.4%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Huntsville, Arkansas

How many schools are in Huntsville, Arkansas?

Huntsville has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Huntsville, Arkansas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Huntsville is 6.6 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Huntsville, Arkansas?

The top-ranked school in Huntsville on MySchoolScout is Huntsville Middle School with a composite score of 8.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Huntsville, Arkansas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Huntsville on MySchoolScout is Watson Primary School with a composite score of 6.0/10.

What is the best middle school in Huntsville, Arkansas?

The top-ranked middle school in Huntsville on MySchoolScout is Huntsville Middle School with a composite score of 8.7/10.

What is the best high school in Huntsville, Arkansas?

The top-ranked high school in Huntsville on MySchoolScout is Huntsville High School with a composite score of 5.6/10.

How many school districts serve Huntsville, Arkansas?

Huntsville is served by 1 school district: Huntsville School District.

What is the education level in Huntsville, Arkansas?

According to Census data, 13% of adults in Huntsville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Huntsville, Arkansas?

The median household income in Huntsville is approximately $55,500 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Huntsville, Arkansas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Huntsville is 13.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Huntsville, Arkansas?

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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Arkansas Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.