Hughes High School's math proficiency in 2023 is 25%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39% and the district average of 36%.
Reading proficiency is 35% in 2022, which is lower than the state average of 40% but approximately equal to the district average of 34%.
Science proficiency was 32% in 2022, slightly lower than Arkansas's 36% average and district's 35%.
Graduation rates have generally ranged near the state average, with 85% in 2023 compared to the state rate of 88%.
Enrollment declined significantly from 455 students in 1999 to zero reported in recent years, indicating the school may no longer be operational or data is unavailable.
School Overview
Total Students (14-15)
146 students
Showing 2006–2015. View full 29-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (14-15)
18 teachers
Showing 2006–2015. View full 29-year historical data
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)6-9%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)25-29%
34%
Asian
(14-15)1%
1%
Hispanic
(14-15)1%
12%
Showing 2005–2015. View full 25-year historical data
Black
(14-15)83%
21%
Showing 2006–2015. View full 28-year historical data
White
(14-15)15%
62%
Showing 2006–2015. View full 28-year historical data
Eligible for Free Lunch (14-15)
98%
53%
Showing 2006–2015. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Hughes School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% AR state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% AR state average).
How many students attend Hughes High School?
146 students attend Hughes High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Hughes High School students are Black, 15% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What school district is Hughes High School part of?
Hughes High School is part of Hughes School District.
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