Serving 672 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J Lyndal Hughes Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 672 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J Lyndal Hughes Elementary serves the southeastern part of Roanoke, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 6.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
J Lyndal Hughes Elementary School's student population of 672 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
672 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
J Lyndal Hughes Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J Lyndal Hughes Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#2411 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
24%
54%
Black
19%
13%
White
42%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J Lyndal Hughes Elementary School's ranking?
J Lyndal Hughes Elementary School is ranked #2411 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are J Lyndal Hughes Elementary School often compared to?
J Lyndal Hughes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roanoke Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend J Lyndal Hughes Elementary School?
672 students attend J Lyndal Hughes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of J Lyndal Hughes Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J Lyndal Hughes Elementary School?
J Lyndal Hughes Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does J Lyndal Hughes Elementary School offer ?
J Lyndal Hughes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is J Lyndal Hughes Elementary School part of?
J Lyndal Hughes Elementary School is part of Northwest Independent School District.
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