9.0 avg / 10

Best Schools in Dekalb, Texas

4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 4

Districts: 2

Avg Rating: 9.0/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 9.0/10
Median household income: $58,147
Median home value: $128,700
Bachelor's degree or higher: 18%
Avg commute: 27 min
Owner-occupied homes: 72%

How Dekalb compares

Texas rank

#3 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+2.7

above Texas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$58k

78% of Texas median

Schools in this city

About Schools in Dekalb, Texas

Dekalb, Texas 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 9.0 out of 10, schools in Dekalb perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Dekalb is Hubbard ISD with a composite score of 9.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Dekalb is served by 2 school districts: DEKALB ISD, HUBBARD ISD. These districts collectively serve 968 students.

Dekalb's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $58,147. The poverty rate in the area is 11.4%.

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 Level: All Levels (4) Elementary (2) Middle (1) High (1)

Filter by Type: All Types (4) Public (4)

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Filter by ZIP: 75559 (4)

Elementary Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	HUBBARD ISD 67 students · Pre-K–8th	67	Pre-K–8th	9.6
2	DEKALB EL 366 students · Pre-K–4th	366	Pre-K–4th	9.0

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	JAMES L GERMANY MIDDLE 257 students · 5th–8th	257	5th–8th	8.3

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	DEKALB H S 278 students · 9th–12th	278	9th–12th	9.0

Schools in Dekalb

Dekalb, Texas · 4 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$58,147

Median Home Value

$128,700

Median Rent

$690/mo

Population

5,276

College Educated

18%

Homeownership

72%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

11.4%

Community Profile

Dekalb has a median household income of $58,147. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $128,700, with a median rent of $690/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.4%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Texas
Total Schools: 4
Elementary: 2
Middle: 1
High: 1
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 9.0/10

Resources

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School Districts (2)

DEKALB ISD

3 schools · 901 students

HUBBARD ISD

1 school · 67 students

Nearby Cities

Avery (2 schools)

10 mi

New Boston (4 schools)

Mount Plesant (1 school)

28 mi

Texarkana (3 schools)

25 mi

Clarksville (2 schools)

26 mi

Mount Pleasant (14 schools)

30 mi

Daingerfield (4 schools)

33 mi

Hughes Springs (3 schools)

Other Major Cities in Texas

Top metros statewide by school count.

Houston 899 schools San Antonio 616 schools Dallas 480 schools Austin 339 schools Fort Worth 288 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Dekalb, Texas

How many schools are in Dekalb, Texas?

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

What is the average school rating in Dekalb, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Dekalb is 9.0 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Dekalb, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Dekalb on MySchoolScout is Hubbard ISD with a composite score of 9.6/10.

What is the best elementary school in Dekalb, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Dekalb on MySchoolScout is Hubbard ISD with a composite score of 9.6/10.

What is the best middle school in Dekalb, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Dekalb on MySchoolScout is James L Germany Middle with a composite score of 8.3/10.

What is the best high school in Dekalb, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Dekalb on MySchoolScout is Dekalb H S with a composite score of 9.0/10.

How many school districts serve Dekalb, Texas?

Dekalb is served by 2 school districts: Dekalb ISD, Hubbard ISD.

What is the education level in Dekalb, Texas?

According to Census data, 18% of adults in Dekalb have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Dekalb, Texas?

The median household income in Dekalb is approximately $58,147 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Dekalb, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Dekalb is 10.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Dekalb, Texas?

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.