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 (2026)
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hughes-elizabeth Lakes ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
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
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Green and Gold
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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
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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