Humboldt’s school district is growing.
That’s a bit different from other area districts, which have seen a decline in enrollment. It’s also a bit surprising in a county where the population has dropped 6.3% over the last decade.
USD 258 has 627 students in kindergarten through 12th grade, an increase of 86 from last year (541) and the highest enrollment since 1995.
Superintendent of Schools Amber Wheeler believes several factors have contributed to the increase.