Summary:
The three public schools in zip code 75656, serving approximately 1,090 students in Hughes Springs, TX, are all part of the Hughes Springs Independent School District (Isd), which holds a 3-star rating and ranks in the 62nd percentile statewide.
Hughes Springs High School is the district's standout performer, consistently earning 4-star ratings with an 84th percentile state ranking. It boasts an exceptional 98.5% graduation rate, a low 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio, and strong proficiency in Biology (86.08%) and English exams, significantly outpacing state averages. Hughes Springs J H excels in advanced math acceleration, with 100% of its 8th graders taking Algebra I EOC exams achieving proficiency, compared to the state's 47.01%. However, its standard 8th-grade math proficiency (24.19%) lags behind. Hughes Springs Elementary shows a positive trajectory, rising from the 31st to the 61st percentile, and is a powerhouse in 5th-grade science (55.56% proficient, nearly double the state average). Yet, its reading scores across all tested grades remain below state benchmarks, a foundational concern.
Key metrics reveal a direct correlation between resource allocation and performance: the High School, with the highest per-student spending ($13,348) and lowest student-teacher ratio, achieves the best outcomes, while the Elementary school, with the lowest spending ($10,624) and highest ratio (14.7:1), struggles more academically. Economic disadvantage rates range from 42.67% to 51.79% across schools. Overall, the district offers a strong high school experience and targeted advanced programs, but families should note the inconsistent math performance and elementary reading challenges that may require additional support.
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