Excellent
#98 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 5% in state
J.a. Hughes Elementary
Elementary School · RED LAKE FALLS PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST.
BOX 399, Red Lake Falls, MN 56750
Enrollment
213
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
213
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#98 of 1,992
In Red Lake Falls
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
RED LAKE FALLS PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST.
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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J.a. Hughes Elementary
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About J.a. Hughes Elementary
J.a. Hughes Elementary is a public elementary school in Red Lake Falls, MN, part of RED LAKE FALLS PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST. J.a.
Hughes Elementary serves approximately 213 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. J.a. Hughes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #98 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for J.a. Hughes Elementary show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.3:1 students to teachers, J.a. Hughes Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
J.a. Hughes Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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J.a. Hughes Elementary — Students at J.a. Hughes Elementary score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.0/10.
How J.a. Hughes Elementary Compares
See how J.a. Hughes Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
BOX 399, Red Lake Falls, MN 56750
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering J.a. Hughes Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VIKING ELEMENTARY (rated 9.5/10, 24.3 miles away, in nearby Viking), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WIN-E-MAC ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 19.9 miles away, in nearby Erskine), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, FERTILE-BELTRAMI ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 24.2 miles away, in nearby Fertile), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Red Lake Falls, see our Red Lake Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAFAYETTE SECONDARY Red Lake Falls | 0.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Red Lake County Central Elementary Plummer | 10.5 mi | 6.4 |
| CHALLENGER ELEMENTARY Thief River Falls | 15.3 mi | 5.3 |
| NORTHWEST AREA LEARNING CENTER Thief River Falls | 16.5 mi | — |
| LINCOLN SENIOR HIGH Thief River Falls | 16.6 mi | 6.1 |
| ST BERNARD'S SCHOOL Thief River Falls | 16.7 mi | 6.7 |
| FRANKLIN MIDDLE Thief River Falls | 16.7 mi | 5.1 |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Thief River Falls | 16.4 mi | — |
| HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY Crookston | 16.5 mi | 6.6 |
| CROOKSTON SECONDARY Crookston | 16.8 mi | 6.0 |
| FERTILE-BELTRAMI ELEMENTARY Fertile | 24.2 mi | 8.1 |
| FERTILE-BELTRAMI SECONDARY Fertile | 24.2 mi | 7.3 |
| WIN-E-MAC ELEMENTARY Erskine | 19.9 mi | 8.8 |
| WIN-E-MAC SECONDARY Erskine | 19.9 mi | 6.7 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY Crookston | 17.4 mi | 6.8 |
| CROOKSTON PRE-K PROGRAM Crookston | 17.4 mi | — |
| OUR SAVIOR"S LUTHERAN DAY SCHOOL Crookston | 17.6 mi | 5.7 |
| VIKING ELEMENTARY Viking | 24.3 mi | 9.5 |
| NORTHERN LIGHTS ACADEMY Crookston | 18.3 mi | — |
| RLCC Elementary at Oklee Oklee | 19.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56750 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,688
Median Home Value
$162,700
Median Rent
$580/mo
Population
2,280
College Educated
18.4%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
46.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NEWPORT ELEMENTARY Newport, MN | 8.5 |
| SPRING GROVE ELEMENTARY Spring Grove, MN | 8.5 |
| AVAIL ACADEMY - BLAINE Minneapolis, MN | 8.4 |
| Buffalo Lake-Hector-Stewart Element Hector, MN | 8.4 |
| CANBY ELEMENTARY Canby, MN | 8.4 |
| CEDAR MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY Franklin, MN | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about J.a. Hughes Elementary
What grades does J.a. Hughes Elementary serve?
J.a. Hughes Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend J.a. Hughes Elementary?
J.a. Hughes Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 213 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at J.a. Hughes Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at J.a. Hughes Elementary is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does J.a. Hughes Elementary rank in MN?
J.a. Hughes Elementary ranks #98 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is J.a. Hughes Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
J.a. Hughes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 J.a. Hughes Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, J.a. Hughes Elementary has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is J.a. Hughes Elementary a charter school?
No, J.a. Hughes Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is J.a. Hughes Elementary a Title I school?
No, J.a. Hughes Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for J.a. Hughes Elementary?
37.1% of students at J.a. 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 213
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Red Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.1%
- Phone
- (218) 253-2161
Resources & Links
District
RED LAKE FALLS PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST.- District Enrollment
- 389
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,896
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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