Serving 472 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Hughes Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hughes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hughes Elementary School's student population of 472 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Sep 4, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 26, 2026
School Rankings
Hughes Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hughes Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#576 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
2%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
89%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hughes Elementary School's ranking?
Hughes Elementary School is ranked #576 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Hughes Elementary School often compared to?
Hughes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert L Bradley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Hughes Elementary School?
472 students attend Hughes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Hughes Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hughes Elementary School?
Hughes Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hughes Elementary School offer ?
Hughes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hughes Elementary School part of?
Hughes Elementary School is part of New Hartford Central School District.
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