Best Schools in Humboldt, Tennessee
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High
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Humboldt Junior/senior High School
High · Humboldt City Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
East Elementary School
Elementary · Humboldt City Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$164,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$164,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Humboldt
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Humboldt Junior/senior High School | 5.5 / 10 |
| 2 | East Elementary School | 2.9 / 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
- 5.3/10
- Median household income
- $53,430
- Median home value
- $164,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 20%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 64%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Humboldt compares
Tennessee rank
#163 of 182
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.0
below Tennessee avg (6.4)
Median household income
$53k
82% of Tennessee median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Humboldt, Tennessee
Humboldt, Tennessee is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Humboldt show moderate performance 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 Humboldt is Stigall Primary School with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Humboldt is served by 1 school district: Humboldt City Schools. These districts collectively serve 1,044 students.
Humboldt's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $53,430. The poverty rate in the area is 13.2%.
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.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 216 students · Pre-K–1st | 7.6 |
| 2 | 421 students · 2nd–6th | 2.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 407 students · 7th–12th | 5.5 |
Schools in Humboldt
Humboldt, Tennessee · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$53,430
Median Home Value
$164,200
Median Rent
$768/mo
Population
15,672
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
64%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Community Profile
Humboldt has a median household income of $53,430. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $164,200, with a median rent of $768/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.2%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Tennessee
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Humboldt, Tennessee
How many schools are in Humboldt, Tennessee?
Humboldt has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Humboldt, Tennessee?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Humboldt is 5.3 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 Humboldt, Tennessee?
The top-ranked school in Humboldt on MySchoolScout is Humboldt Junior/senior High School with a composite score of 5.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Humboldt, Tennessee?
The top-ranked elementary school in Humboldt on MySchoolScout is East Elementary School with a composite score of 2.9/10.
What is the best high school in Humboldt, Tennessee?
The top-ranked high school in Humboldt on MySchoolScout is Humboldt Junior/senior High School with a composite score of 5.5/10.
How many school districts serve Humboldt, Tennessee?
Humboldt is served by 1 school district: Humboldt City Schools.
What is the education level in Humboldt, Tennessee?
According to Census data, 20% of adults in Humboldt have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Humboldt, Tennessee?
The median household income in Humboldt is approximately $53,430 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Humboldt, Tennessee?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Humboldt is 14.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Humboldt, Tennessee?
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, Tennessee Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.