Serving 854 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jim And Betty Hughes Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 854 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jim And Betty Hughes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Jim And Betty Hughes Elementary School's student population of 854 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
854 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Jim And Betty Hughes Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jim And Betty Hughes Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1131 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
52%
6%
Hispanic
9%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
22%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jim And Betty Hughes Elementary School's ranking?
Jim And Betty Hughes Elementary School is ranked #1131 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Jim And Betty Hughes Elementary School often compared to?
Jim And Betty Hughes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cynthia A Cockrell Elementary School, Imagine International Academy Of North Texas by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Jim And Betty Hughes Elementary School?
854 students attend Jim And Betty Hughes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Jim And Betty Hughes Elementary School students are Asian, 22% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jim And Betty Hughes Elementary School?
Jim And Betty Hughes Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jim And Betty Hughes Elementary School offer ?
Jim And Betty Hughes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Jim And Betty Hughes Elementary School part of?
Jim And Betty Hughes Elementary School is part of Prosper Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Jim And Betty Hughes Elementary School located?
Jim And Betty Hughes Elementary School is located in the Prestwyck neighborhood of Mckinney, TX.
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