6.6 avg / 10

Best Schools in Tenaha, Texas

1 schools · 1 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.6/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.6/10
Median household income: $43,083
Median home value: $94,100
Bachelor's degree or higher: 13%
Avg commute: 28 min
Owner-occupied homes: 68%

How Tenaha compares

Median household income

$43k

58% of Texas median

About Schools in Tenaha, Texas

Tenaha, Texas is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span .

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

The highest-performing school in Tenaha is Tenaha Schools with a composite score of 6.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Tenaha is served by 1 school district: TENAHA ISD. These districts collectively serve 459 students.

Tenaha's community shows 13% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $43,083. The poverty rate in the area is 29.7%.

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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Other Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	TENAHA SCHOOLS 459 students · Pre-K–12th	459	Pre-K–12th	6.6

Schools in Tenaha

Tenaha, Texas · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$43,083

Median Home Value

$94,100

Median Rent

$630/mo

Population

2,744

College Educated

13%

Homeownership

68%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

29.7%

Community Profile

Tenaha has a median household income of $43,083. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $94,100, with a median rent of $630/month. The area has a poverty rate of 29.7%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Texas
Total Schools: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.6/10

Resources

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School District

TENAHA ISD

1 school · 459 students

Nearby Cities

Shelbyville (1 school)

16 mi

Garrison (4 schools)

20 mi

Martinsville (1 school)

23 mi

Beckville (2 schools)

24 mi

San Augustine (2 schools)

30 mi

Mt. Enterprise (2 schools)

26 mi

Elysian Fields (3 schools)

Nacogdoches (15 schools)

32 mi

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 Tenaha, Texas

How many schools are in Tenaha, Texas?

Tenaha has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Tenaha, Texas?

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

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

The top-ranked school in Tenaha on MySchoolScout is Tenaha Schools with a composite score of 6.6/10.

How many school districts serve Tenaha, Texas?

Tenaha is served by 1 school district: Tenaha ISD.

What is the education level in Tenaha, Texas?

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

What is the median income in Tenaha, Texas?

The median household income in Tenaha is approximately $43,083 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Tenaha is 13.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Tenaha, 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.