Summary:
In zip code 75656, there is one middle school, Hughes Springs J H, serving grades 6 through 8 with 232 students in the Hughes Springs Independent School District (Isd), which is rated 3 out of 5 stars and ranks in the 62nd percentile among Texas districts.
Hughes Springs J H stands out for its exceptional performance in advanced math and reading, while facing a notable challenge in standard 8th-grade mathematics. The school boasts a very low student-to-teacher ratio of 8.7:1, allowing for individualized attention, and reports a 0% dropout rate. In Algebra I, 100% of students were proficient in 2024-2025, and 89.47% in 2025-2026, both far exceeding state averages. Similarly, 8th-grade reading proficiency has been consistently strong at around 77% in both years, well above the state average of about 57-59%. However, only 24.19% of 8th graders were proficient in standard math in 2025-2026, compared to the state average of 47.24%, suggesting the school successfully accelerates top math students into Algebra I, leaving a smaller cohort in standard math. The school's state ranking has been volatile, peaking at the 86th percentile in 2023-2024, then dropping to the 73rd and 75th percentiles in subsequent years.
Overall, Hughes Springs J H offers strong literacy programs and advanced math opportunities, supported by small class sizes and perfect student retention. The main area for improvement is standard 8th-grade math performance, which requires targeted intervention. With 42.67% of students eligible for free or reduced lunch, the school serves a diverse economic population while maintaining high achievement in key subjects.
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