Best Schools in Lake Hughes, California
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Hughes-elizabeth Lakes
Elementary · Hughes-elizabeth Lakes Union Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$410,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$410,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +3.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Lake Hughes schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Lake Hughes
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hughes-elizabeth Lakes | 5.7 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $99,432
- Median home value
- $410,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 78%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Lake Hughes compares
Median household income
$99k
100% of California median
About Schools in Lake Hughes, California
Lake Hughes, California is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Lake Hughes show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Lake Hughes is Hughes-elizabeth Lakes with a composite score of 5.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lake Hughes is served by 1 school district: Hughes-Elizabeth Lakes Union Elementary. These districts collectively serve 48 students.
Lake Hughes's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $99,432. The poverty rate in the area is 8.9%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 48 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.7 |
Schools in Lake Hughes
Lake Hughes, California · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$99,432
Median Home Value
$410,000
Median Rent
$1,700/mo
Population
2,762
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
78%
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Community Profile
Lake Hughes has a median household income of $99,432. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $410,000, with a median rent of $1,700/month. The local poverty rate of 8.9% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- 1
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Common questions about schools in Lake Hughes, California
How many schools are in Lake Hughes, California?
Lake Hughes has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lake Hughes, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lake Hughes is 5.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Lake Hughes, California?
The top-ranked school in Lake Hughes on MySchoolScout is Hughes-elizabeth Lakes with a composite score of 5.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lake Hughes, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lake Hughes on MySchoolScout is Hughes-elizabeth Lakes with a composite score of 5.7/10.
How many school districts serve Lake Hughes, California?
Lake Hughes is served by 1 school district: Hughes-elizabeth Lakes Union Elementary.
What is the education level in Lake Hughes, California?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Lake Hughes have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lake Hughes, California?
The median household income in Lake Hughes is approximately $99,432 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lake Hughes, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lake Hughes is 5.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lake Hughes, California?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.