Serving 169 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hughes C Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hughes C Elementary School serves a 0.3 square mile area in the northwest part of Chicago, IL, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of 0.3 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 0.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hughes C Elementary School's student population of 169 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
169 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Hughes C Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hughes C Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3352 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
27%
29%
Black
72%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hughes C Elementary School's ranking?
Hughes C Elementary School is ranked #3352 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hughes C Elementary School?
169 students attend Hughes C Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Hughes C Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hughes C Elementary School?
Hughes C Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hughes C Elementary School offer ?
Hughes C Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Hughes C Elementary School part of?
Hughes C Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Hughes C Elementary School located?
Hughes C Elementary School is located in the North Lawndale neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 18 other public schools located in North Lawndale.
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