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#4589 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 48% in state
Kathryn Hughes Elementary
Elementary School · Santa Clara Unified
4949 Calle de Escuela, Santa Clara, CA 95054
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,589 of 9,539
In Santa Clara
#19 of 23
public schools
In district
#24 of 28
Santa Clara Unified
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Kathryn Hughes Elementary
Kathryn Hughes Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Clara, CA, part of Santa Clara Unified. Kathryn Hughes Elementary serves approximately 293 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Kathryn Hughes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,589 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Kathryn Hughes Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Kathryn Hughes Elementary — Students at Kathryn Hughes Elementary score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.7/10.
How Kathryn Hughes Elementary Compares
See how Kathryn Hughes Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4949 Calle de Escuela, Santa Clara, CA 95054
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kathryn Hughes Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Don Callejon (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fairwood Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Sunnyvale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, George Mayne Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Alviso), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Clara, see our Santa Clara schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RISE ACADEMY San Jose | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Don Callejon Santa Clara | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| George Mayne Elementary Alviso | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| North Valley Baptist School Santa Clara | 1.3 mi | — |
| Mission Early College High Santa Clara | 1.4 mi | 9.5 |
| Montague Elementary Santa Clara | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Fairwood Elementary Sunnyvale | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Granada Islamic Santa Clara | 2.0 mi | — |
| GRANADA ISLAMIC SCHOOL Santa Clara | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Dolores Huerta Middle San Jose | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Kathleen MacDonald High San Jose | 1.7 mi | — |
| Abram Agnew Elementary San Jose | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Lakewood Elementary Sunnyvale | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Bracher Elementary Santa Clara | 2.8 mi | 4.9 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Sunnyvale | 2.5 mi | — |
| Adrian Wilcox High Santa Clara | 3.0 mi | 7.8 |
| San Miguel Elementary Sunnyvale | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| SANTA CLARA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Santa Clara | 3.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Scott Lane Elementary Santa Clara | 3.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Juan Cabrillo Middle Santa Clara | 3.3 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95054 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$204,052
Median Home Value
$1,475,400
Median Rent
$3,413/mo
Population
25,196
College Educated
68.5%
Homeownership
35.4%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
33.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kathryn Hughes Elementary
What grades does Kathryn Hughes Elementary serve?
Kathryn Hughes Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Kathryn Hughes Elementary?
Kathryn Hughes Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 293 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kathryn Hughes Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Kathryn Hughes Elementary is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kathryn Hughes Elementary rank in CA?
Kathryn Hughes Elementary ranks #4,589 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Kathryn Hughes Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Kathryn Hughes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Kathryn Hughes Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kathryn Hughes Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Kathryn Hughes Elementary a charter school?
No, Kathryn Hughes Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kathryn Hughes Elementary a Title I school?
No, Kathryn Hughes Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kathryn Hughes Elementary?
47.1% of students at Kathryn Hughes Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 293
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.3%
- Phone
- (408) 423-1500
Resources & Links
District
Santa Clara Unified- District Enrollment
- 14,236
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,283
- District Rank
- #24 of 28
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