5.6 avg / 10

Best Schools in Huntsville, Texas

14 schools · 7 Elementary · 3 Middle · 2 High · 2 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 12

Private: 2

Districts: 2

Avg Rating: 5.6/10

Estimated Scores: 15%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.6/10
Median household income: $49,322
Median home value: $201,700
Bachelor's degree or higher: 23%
Avg commute: 26 min
Owner-occupied homes: 57%

How Huntsville compares

Texas rank

#564 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.6

below Texas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$49k

66% of Texas median

Schools in this city

13

About Schools in Huntsville, Texas

Huntsville, Texas is home to 14 schools, including 12 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 5.6 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 Sam Houston State University Charter School with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Huntsville is served by 2 school districts: SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY CHARTER SCHOOL, HUNTSVILLE ISD. These districts collectively serve 11,786 students.

Huntsville's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $49,322. The poverty rate in the area is 18.4%.

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.

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Filter by ZIP: 77320 (11) 77340 (2)

Elementary Schools

7 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY CHARTER SCHOOL 468 students · Kindergarten–6th	468	Kindergarten–6th	7.7
2	HUNTSVILLE EL 601 students · Kindergarten–4th	601	Kindergarten–4th	5.9
3	TEXAS ONLINE PREPARATORY EL 1,026 students · 3rd–5th	1,026	3rd–5th	5.8
4	SCOTT JOHNSON EL 559 students · Kindergarten–4th	559	Kindergarten–4th	5.5
5	STEWART EL 531 students · Kindergarten–4th	531	Kindergarten–4th	5.1
6	SAMUEL HOUSTON EL 437 students · Kindergarten–4th	437	Kindergarten–4th	4.1
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	TOMORROW'S PROMISE Private 5 students · Kindergarten–Kindergarten	5	Kindergarten–Kindergarten	Not Rated

Middle Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	HUNTSVILLE INT 831 students · 5th–6th	831	5th–6th	6.6
2	TEXAS ONLINE PREPARATORY MIDDLE 2,120 students · 6th–8th	2,120	6th–8th	6.6
3	MANCE PARK MIDDLE 882 students · 7th–8th	882	7th–8th	4.6

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	TEXAS ONLINE PREPARATORY H S 2,183 students · 9th–12th	2,183	9th–12th	5.8
2	HUNTSVILLE H S 1,847 students · 9th–12th	1,847	9th–12th	5.1

Other Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	GIBBS PRE-K CENTER 301 students · Pre-K–Pre-K	301	Pre-K–Pre-K	4.7
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	ALPHA OMEGA ACADEMY Private 442 students · Kindergarten–12th	442	Kindergarten–12th	Not Rated

Schools in Huntsville

Huntsville, Texas · 14 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 3 ZIP codes

Median Income

$49,322

Median Home Value

$201,700

Median Rent

$984/mo

Population

72,897

College Educated

23%

Homeownership

57%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

18.4%

Community Profile

Huntsville has a median household income of $49,322. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $201,700, with a median rent of $984/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.4%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Texas
Total Schools: 14
Elementary: 7
Middle: 3
High: 2
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 5.6/10

Resources

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School Districts (2)

SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY CHARTER SCHOOL

1 school · 468 students

HUNTSVILLE ISD

11 schools · 11,318 students

Nearby Cities

New Waverly (5 schools)

Lewisville (5 schools)

Montgomery (13 schools)

23 mi

Conroe (44 schools)

27 mi

Coldspring (4 schools)

25 mi

Onalaska (2 schools)

27 mi

Brookesmith (1 school)

31 mi

Madisonville (4 schools)

29 mi

Lovelady (2 schools)

32 mi

Magnolia (14 schools)

32 mi

The Woodlands (17 schools)

33 mi

Other Major Cities in Texas

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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 Huntsville, Texas

How many schools are in Huntsville, Texas?

Huntsville has 14 schools, including 12 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Huntsville, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Huntsville is 5.6 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Huntsville on MySchoolScout is Sam Houston State University Charter School with a composite score of 7.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Huntsville, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Huntsville on MySchoolScout is Sam Houston State University Charter School with a composite score of 7.7/10.

What is the best middle school in Huntsville, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Huntsville on MySchoolScout is Huntsville Int with a composite score of 6.6/10.

What is the best high school in Huntsville, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Huntsville on MySchoolScout is Texas Online Preparatory H S with a composite score of 5.8/10.

How many school districts serve Huntsville, Texas?

Huntsville is served by 2 school districts: Sam Houston State University Charter School, Huntsville ISD.

What is the education level in Huntsville, Texas?

According to Census data, 23% of adults in Huntsville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Huntsville, Texas?

The median household income in Huntsville is approximately $49,322 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Huntsville, Texas?

Yes, Huntsville has 2 private schools alongside 12 public schools. The top-rated private school is Alpha Omega Academy with a score of 5.6/10.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Huntsville is 13.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Huntsville, 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.