For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 636 students in Humboldt, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Humboldt, TN is East Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Humboldt, TN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in Humboldt have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Humboldt, TN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1560 North 30th Ave
Humboldt, TN 38343
(731) 784-4171
Humboldt, TN 38343
(731) 784-4171
Gr: 2-6 | 404 students Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: n/an/a
301 Westside Dr
Humboldt, TN 38343
(731) 784-2825
Humboldt, TN 38343
(731) 784-2825
Gr: PK-1 | 232 students Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Humboldt, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Humboldt, TN include East Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Humboldt?
2 public elementary schools are located in Humboldt.
What is the racial composition of students in Humboldt?
Humboldt public elementary schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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