Very Good
#1963 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 21% in state
Teresa Hughes Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
4242 Clara St., Cudahy, CA 90201
Enrollment
538
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
538
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,963 of 9,539
In Cudahy
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#207 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Teresa Hughes Elementary
Teresa Hughes Elementary is a public elementary school in Cudahy, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Teresa Hughes Elementary serves approximately 538 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Teresa Hughes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,963 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Teresa Hughes Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Teresa Hughes Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Teresa Hughes Elementary — Students at Teresa Hughes Elementary score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.
How Teresa Hughes Elementary Compares
See how Teresa Hughes Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4242 Clara St., Cudahy, CA 90201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Teresa Hughes Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jaime Escalante Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Aspire Firestone Academy Charter (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Oakland), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ellen Ochoa Learning Center (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cudahy, see our Cudahy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jaime Escalante Elementary Cudahy | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Bell Senior High Bell | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Elizabeth Learning Center Cudahy | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Corona Avenue Elementary Bell | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Russell Westbrook Why Not? High Bell | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| San Gabriel Avenue Elementary South Gate | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Martha Escutia Primary Center Bell | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Magnolia Science Academy Bell Bell | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Orchard Academies 2C Bell | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Orchard Academies 2B Bell | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| South Gate Middle South Gate | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Aspire Firestone Academy Charter Oakland | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Aspire Gateway Academy Charter Oakland | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Nueva Vista Elementary Bell | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Maywood Academy High Maywood | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Hope Street Elementary Huntington Park | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Ellen Ochoa Learning Center Cudahy | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Independence Elementary South Gate | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Valiente College Preparatory Charter South Gate | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| State Street Elementary South Gate | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,824
Median Home Value
$542,800
Median Rent
$1,623/mo
Population
93,783
College Educated
7.4%
Homeownership
21%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
23.6%
Median Age
32.1
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|---|---|
| Addison Elementary Palo Alto, CA | 7.8 |
| Almond Grove Elementary Oakley, CA | 7.8 |
| Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary Van Nuys, CA | 7.8 |
| Bay Farm Alameda, CA | 7.8 |
| Ben Lomond Elementary Covina, CA | 7.8 |
| Burbank (Luther) Elementary Artesia, CA | 7.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Teresa Hughes Elementary
What grades does Teresa Hughes Elementary serve?
Teresa Hughes Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Teresa Hughes Elementary?
Teresa Hughes Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 538 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Teresa Hughes Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Teresa Hughes Elementary is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Teresa Hughes Elementary rank in CA?
Teresa Hughes Elementary ranks #1,963 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Teresa Hughes Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Teresa Hughes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Teresa Hughes Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Teresa Hughes Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Teresa Hughes Elementary a charter school?
No, Teresa Hughes Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Teresa Hughes Elementary a Title I school?
No, Teresa Hughes Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Teresa Hughes Elementary?
96.7% of students at Teresa 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 538
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.5%
- Phone
- (323) 560-4422
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #207 of 769
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