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7.4 avg / 10

Best Schools in Huron, Ohio

5 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 3
Private: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.4/10
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Choosing a school in Huron?

Use this page to compare every school in Huron by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Woodlands Elementary School

9.0/10

Elementary · Huron City Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

St Peter Elementary School

7.6/10

Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Mccormick Middle School

7.1/10

Middle · Huron City Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Huron for 2026 are Woodlands Elementary School (9.0/10), St Peter Elementary School (7.6/10), and Mccormick Middle School (7.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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

5

3 public · 2 private

Avg Score

7.4

out of 10

Median Home

$234,700

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Huron

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Woodlands Elementary School 9.0 / 10
2 St Peter Elementary School 7.6 / 10
3 Mccormick Middle School 7.1 / 10
4 Huron High School 7.0 / 10
5 Firelands Montessori Academy 6.5 / 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
7.4/10

80% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$77,377

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$234,700

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
40%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
25 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
82%

Of occupied housing units

How Huron compares

Ohio rank

#114 of 442

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+1.1

above Ohio avg (6.4)

Median household income

$77k

109% of Ohio median

Schools in this city

5

About Schools in Huron, Ohio

Huron, Ohio is home to 5 schools, including 3 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 7.4 out of 10, schools in Huron 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 Huron is Woodlands Elementary School with a composite score of 9.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Huron is served by 1 school district: Huron City Schools. These districts collectively serve 1,175 students.

Huron's community shows 40% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $77,377. The poverty rate in the area is 8.2%.

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: 44839 (5)

Elementary Schools

3 schools
# School Rating
1 529 students · Pre-K–5th 9.0
Private Schools 2 schools

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1 121 students · Pre-K–8th 7.6
2 40 students · Pre-K–3rd 6.5

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 269 students · 6th–8th 7.1

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 377 students · 9th–12th 7.0

Schools in Huron

Huron, Ohio · 5 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$77,377

Median Home Value

$234,700

Median Rent

$888/mo

Population

12,702

College Educated

40%

Homeownership

82%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Community Profile

Huron has a median household income of $77,377. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $234,700, with a median rent of $888/month. The local poverty rate of 8.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Huron, Ohio

How many schools are in Huron, Ohio?

Huron has 5 schools, including 3 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Huron, Ohio?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Huron is 7.4 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 Huron, Ohio?

The top-ranked school in Huron on MySchoolScout is Woodlands Elementary School with a composite score of 9.0/10.

What is the best elementary school in Huron, Ohio?

The top-ranked elementary school in Huron on MySchoolScout is Woodlands Elementary School with a composite score of 9.0/10.

What is the best middle school in Huron, Ohio?

The top-ranked middle school in Huron on MySchoolScout is Mccormick Middle School with a composite score of 7.1/10.

What is the best high school in Huron, Ohio?

The top-ranked high school in Huron on MySchoolScout is Huron High School with a composite score of 7.0/10.

How many school districts serve Huron, Ohio?

Huron is served by 1 school district: Huron City Schools.

What is the education level in Huron, Ohio?

According to Census data, 40% of adults in Huron have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Huron, Ohio?

The median household income in Huron is approximately $77,377 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Huron, Ohio?

Yes, Huron has 2 private schools alongside 3 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Peter Elementary School with a score of 7.6/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Huron, Ohio?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Huron is 13.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Huron, Ohio?

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, Ohio Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.