Serving 195 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Hughes-elizabeth Lakes ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 195 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hughes-Elizabeth Lakes' attendance zone covers the entire district and encompasses approximately 112.5 square miles in Lake Hughes, CA, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 15 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 6.3 miles, reaching a maximum of 12.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hughes-elizabeth Lakes's student population of 195 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
195 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hughes-elizabeth Lakes ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hughes-elizabeth Lakes is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2882 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Hispanic
37%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
55%
20%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
School Mascot
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hughes-elizabeth Lakes's ranking?
Hughes-elizabeth Lakes is ranked #2882 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hughes-elizabeth Lakes?
195 students attend Hughes-elizabeth Lakes.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Hughes-elizabeth Lakes students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hughes-elizabeth Lakes?
Hughes-elizabeth Lakes has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hughes-elizabeth Lakes offer ?
Hughes-elizabeth Lakes offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Hughes-elizabeth Lakes part of?
Hughes-elizabeth Lakes is part of Hughes-Elizabeth Lakes Union Elementary School District.
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