Serving 261 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hughes Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hughes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Hughes Elementary School's student population of 261 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
261 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hughes Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hughes Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#335 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
81%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hughes Elementary School's ranking?
Hughes Elementary School is ranked #335 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Hughes Elementary School often compared to?
Hughes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mar Lee School, Marshall Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Hughes Elementary School?
261 students attend Hughes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Hughes Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hughes Elementary School?
Hughes Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hughes Elementary School offer ?
Hughes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Hughes Elementary School part of?
Hughes Elementary School is part of Marshall School District.
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