Serving 541 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hughes Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hughes Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Hughes Springs Elementary School's student population of 541 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
541 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hughes Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hughes Springs Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2968 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
14%
53%
Black
12%
13%
White
69%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hughes Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Hughes Springs Elementary School is ranked #2968 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hughes Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Hughes Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avinger School, West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Hughes Springs Elementary School?
541 students attend Hughes Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Hughes Springs Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hughes Springs Elementary School?
Hughes Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hughes Springs Elementary School offer ?
Hughes Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hughes Springs Elementary School part of?
Hughes Springs Elementary School is part of Hughes Springs ISD School District.
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