Hughes Springs J H

Summary:

Hughes Springs J H is a public middle school serving 276 students in grades 6-8 in the Daingerfield-Lone Star Independent School District in Hughes Springs, Texas. The school has consistently maintained a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating strong academic performance compared to other Texas middle schools.

One of the key strengths of Hughes Springs J H is its exceptional academic performance. The school consistently outperforms the state average in STAAR test scores across multiple subjects and grade levels, with 72.29% of 6th graders proficient or better in STAAR Reading compared to the state average of 54.45%. The school also stands out for its strong performance among Hispanic and English Language Learner student subgroups, ranking 279 out of 2,116 Texas middle schools for Hispanic students and 314 out of 1,720 schools for ELL students in 2022-2023. Additionally, the school maintains a 0% dropout rate, significantly lower than the state average.

When compared to nearby middle schools, such as Daingerfield J H, Hughes Springs J H outperforms across multiple academic metrics and has a higher overall SchoolDigger rating. The school's Gifted and Talented program is also a strength, with students ranking 389 out of 1,481 Texas middle schools in 2022-2023. While the school's student population is predominantly White, it has seen a gradual increase in racial diversity, and it serves a significant population of low-socioeconomic status students, demonstrating its ability to provide a high-quality education to a diverse student body.


Detail:

Public 6-8

 609 Russell
       Hughes Springs, TX  75656-1389


(903) 639-3811

District: Hughes Springs Independent School District (Isd)

SchoolDigger Rank:
331st of 2,361 Texas Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $10,809 Help


Students who attend Hughes Springs J H usually attend:

High:    Hughes Springs High School

Feeder schools for Hughes Springs J H:

Elementary:    Hughes Springs Elementary

Student/teacher ratio:  10.1 Help
Number of students:  276

Racial breakdown:

White:
76.8%
Hispanic:
10.9%
African American:
7.2%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  56.9% Help


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Compare Details Hughes Springs J H ranks better than 86% of middle schools in Texas. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 79.39. (See more...)
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The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (76.8%), Hispanic (10.9%), African American (7.2%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 56.9% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Hughes Springs J H is 10.1. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Hughes Springs J H is $10,809.
Schooldigger Rankings:

Hughes Springs J H was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.
SchoolDigger ranks Hughes Springs J H 331st of 2361 Texas public middle schools. (See Hughes Springs J H in the ranking list.)

Hughes Springs Independent School District (Isd):

SchoolDigger ranks Hughes Springs Independent School District (Isd) 165th of 968 Texas school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Hughes Springs J H

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Rank History for all students at Hughes Springs J H

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 58.63 700th 1573 55.5%
2005 57.40 704th 1582 55.5%
2006 60.35 662nd 1585 58.2%
2007 55.61 831st 1684 50.7%
2008 66.54 521st 1718 69.7%
2009 56.35 858th 1763 51.3%
2010 68.86 439th 1803 75.7%
2011 70.23 416th 1895 78.0%
2012 54.80 908th 1951 53.5%
2013 69.83 507th 1973 74.3%
2014 72.48 456th 1987 77.1%
2015 77.49 339th 2043 83.4%
2016 70.55 532nd 1987 73.2%
2017 52.63 815th 2027 59.8%
2018 45.79 1063rd 2080 48.9%
2019 51.09 951st 2193 56.6%
2021 58.46 780th 2252 65.4%
2022 63.20 651st 2254 71.1%
2023 75.89 405th 2330 82.6%
2024 79.39 331st 2361 86.0%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Hughes Springs J H

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 43.50 838th 1643 49.0%
2023 70.02 314th 1720 81.7%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Hughes Springs J H

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 29.39 1264th 1597 20.9%
2019 28.25 1312th 1626 19.3%
2021 57.40 444th 1712 74.1%
2022 39.78 984th 1757 44.0%
2023 47.18 753rd 1815 58.5%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Hughes Springs J H

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 45.53 1052nd 2039 48.4%
2019 54.71 767th 2073 63.0%
2021 47.75 1056th 2172 51.4%
2022 60.21 637th 2220 71.3%
2023 74.66 333rd 2251 85.2%
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Rank History for Female students at Hughes Springs J H

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 38.43 1273rd 2008 36.6%
2019 46.05 1068th 2047 47.8%
2021 55.80 830th 2151 61.4%
2022 57.94 774th 2221 65.2%
2023 73.02 430th 2241 80.8%
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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Hughes Springs J H

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 72.87 335th 1488 77.5%
2023 70.94 389th 1481 73.7%
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Rank History for At Risk students at Hughes Springs J H

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 39.80 1189th 2008 40.8%
2019 39.54 1226th 2058 40.4%
2021 52.11 801st 2118 62.2%
2022 37.77 1377th 2182 36.9%
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Rank History for Male students at Hughes Springs J H

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 52.43 829th 2030 59.2%
2019 53.71 808th 2069 60.9%
2021 59.42 729th 2168 66.4%
2022 66.33 568th 2228 74.5%
2023 75.81 384th 2245 82.9%
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Rank History for African American students at Hughes Springs J H

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 22.54 996th 1167 14.7%
2019 32.62 837th 1193 29.8%
2021 27.03 971st 1213 20.0%
2022 46.91 571st 1251 54.4%
2023 35.46 815th 1273 36.0%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Hughes Springs J H

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 51.09 803rd 1895 57.6%
2019 31.98 1421st 1935 26.6%
2021 28.94 1547th 2043 24.3%
2022 54.95 770th 2077 62.9%
2023 77.91 279th 2116 86.8%
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Rank History for White students at Hughes Springs J H

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 35.35 1163rd 1673 30.5%
2019 42.99 979th 1684 41.9%
2021 48.17 864th 1700 49.2%
2022 53.17 764th 1723 55.7%
2023 62.33 578th 1749 67.0%
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Data source: test scores: Texas Education Agency, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Enrollment information for Hughes Springs J H

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1989 142 42 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 185
1990 165 41 0 3 1 n/a n/a 0 210
1991 173 40 1 2 1 n/a n/a 0 217
1992 196 36 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 234
1993 197 35 0 5 0 n/a n/a 0 237
1994 216 37 0 7 0 n/a n/a 0 260
1995 183 33 1 8 0 n/a n/a 0 225
1996 183 33 1 8 0 n/a n/a 0 225
1997 180 42 1 11 0 n/a n/a 0 234
1998 177 35 1 12 0 n/a n/a 0 225
1999 190 44 1 11 1 n/a n/a 0 247
2000 189 33 0 11 1 n/a n/a 0 234
2001 190 34 0 9 1 n/a n/a 0 234
2002 184 26 1 10 1 n/a n/a 0 222
2003 184 26 1 10 1 n/a n/a 0 222
2004 194 28 1 9 0 n/a n/a 0 232
2005 173 35 1 13 1 n/a n/a 0 223
2006 159 29 1 9 1 n/a n/a 0 199
2007 164 34 0 18 3 n/a n/a 0 219
2008 168 30 0 19 2 n/a n/a 0 219
2009 187 37 0 16 2 n/a n/a 0 242
2010 175 37 0 17 1 n/a n/a 0 230
2011 173 32 0 24 1 0 7 0 237
2012 189 34 1 26 0 1 10 0 261
2013 198 30 1 25 0 1 8 0 263
2014 193 36 1 25 0 0 7 0 262
2015 194 27 0 21 1 0 8 0 251
2016 186 32 1 25 1 0 8 0 253
2017 209 29 1 32 2 0 8 0 281
2018 204 34 1 34 2 1 3 0 279
2019 210 30 0 34 1 0 4 0 279
2020 217 32 0 35 0 0 16 0 300
2021 207 27 0 29 0 0 7 0 270
2022 211 24 2 26 0 0 9 0 272
2023 212 20 3 30 0 0 11 0 276

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Hughes Springs J H

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 185 n/a n/a n/a
1990 210 15.0 14.0 n/a
1991 217 32.0 6.7 n/a
1992 234 15.3 15.2 40.2
1993 237 18.0 13.2 53.6
1994 260 17.8 14.6 43.1
1995 225 18.7 12.0 38.7
1996 225 18.7 12.0 38.7
1997 234 18.4 12.7 46.2
1998 225 18.7 12.0 40.4
1999 247 20.8 11.9 51
2000 234 20.5 11.4 43.2
2001 234 20.9 11.2 42.7
2002 222 21.5 10.3 51.4
2003 222 21.5 10.3 51.4
2004 232 20.8 11.2 56
2005 223 20.8 10.7 57.4
2006 199 20.5 9.7 53.3
2007 219 18.6 11.8 54.3
2008 219 19.0 11.5 53.9
2009 242 18.9 12.8 49.6
2010 230 19.1 12.0 59.1
2011 237 18.3 12.9 59.9
2012 261 17.3 15.0 60.5
2013 263 18.3 14.3 55.5
2014 262 19.4 13.4 54.6
2015 251 19.0 13.2 58.2
2016 253 19.0 13.3 51.8
2017 281 19.6 14.3 54.1
2018 279 20.9 13.3 60.6
2019 279 20.3 13.7 56.6
2020 300 22.4 13.3 58
2021 270 23.7 11.3 49.3
2022 272 26.3 10.3 50
2023 276 27.0 10.1 56.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Hughes Springs J H

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 185 n/a n/a n/a
1990 210 15.0 14.0 n/a
1991 217 32.0 6.7 n/a
1992 234 15.3 15.2 40.2
1993 237 18.0 13.2 53.6
1994 260 17.8 14.6 43.1
1995 225 18.7 12.0 38.7
1996 225 18.7 12.0 38.7
1997 234 18.4 12.7 46.2
1998 225 18.7 12.0 40.4
1999 247 20.8 11.9 51
2000 234 20.5 11.4 43.2
2001 234 20.9 11.2 42.7
2002 222 21.5 10.3 51.4
2003 222 21.5 10.3 51.4
2004 232 20.8 11.2 56
2005 223 20.8 10.7 57.4
2006 199 20.5 9.7 53.3
2007 219 18.6 11.8 54.3
2008 219 19.0 11.5 53.9
2009 242 18.9 12.8 49.6
2010 230 19.1 12.0 59.1
2011 237 18.3 12.9 59.9
2012 261 17.3 15.0 60.5
2013 263 18.3 14.3 55.5
2014 262 19.4 13.4 54.6
2015 251 19.0 13.2 58.2
2016 253 19.0 13.3 51.8
2017 281 19.6 14.3 54.1
2018 279 20.9 13.3 60.6
2019 279 20.3 13.7 56.6
2020 300 22.4 13.3 58
2021 270 23.7 11.3 49.3
2022 272 26.3 10.3 50
2023 276 27.0 10.1 56.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Hughes Springs J H

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $875 (8.9%) $9,003 (91.1%) $9,878
2020 $590 (6.0%) $9,259 (94.0%) $9,849
2021 $1,398 (12.9%) $9,411 (87.1%) $10,809

Data source: Texas Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Hughes Springs J H

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 951st of 2193 Middle schoolsRanks 405th of 2330 Middle schools
 26%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
6th Grade Reading (Hughes Springs J H)3056
 26%
   6th Grade Reading (Hughes Springs Independent School District (Isd))3056
 26%
   6th Grade Reading (Texas)3550
 15%
6th Grade Mathematics (Hughes Springs J H)3041
 11%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Hughes Springs Independent School District (Isd))3041
 11%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Texas)4537
 8%
7th Grade Reading (Hughes Springs J H)5677
 21%
   7th Grade Reading (Hughes Springs Independent School District (Isd))5677
 21%
   7th Grade Reading (Texas)4752
 5%
7th Grade Mathematics (Hughes Springs J H)3252
 20%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Hughes Springs Independent School District (Isd))3252
 20%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Texas)4135
 6%
8th Grade Reading (Hughes Springs J H)5775
 18%
   8th Grade Reading (Hughes Springs Independent School District (Isd))5775
 18%
   8th Grade Reading (Texas)5356
 3%
8th Grade Mathematics (Hughes Springs J H)6563
 2%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Hughes Springs Independent School District (Isd))6563
 2%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Texas)5544
 11%
8th Grade Science (Hughes Springs J H)3555
 20%
   8th Grade Science (Hughes Springs Independent School District (Isd))3555
 20%
   8th Grade Science (Texas)4945
 4%
8th Grade Social Studies (Hughes Springs J H)4341
 2%
   8th Grade Social Studies (Hughes Springs Independent School District (Isd))4341
 2%
   8th Grade Social Studies (Texas)3531
 4%
End of Course Algebra I (Hughes Springs J H)94100
 6%
   End of Course Algebra I (Hughes Springs Independent School District (Isd))7457
 17%
   End of Course Algebra I (Texas)6245
 17%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students279276
 1.1%
African American3020
 33.3%
American Indian10
 100%
Asian03
Hispanic3430
 11.8%
Pacific Islander00
White210212
 1%
Two or More Races411
 175%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients56.6%56.9%
 0.3%


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In the 2022-23 school year, 276 students attended Hughes Springs J H.

Students at Hughes Springs J H are 77% White, 11% Hispanic, 7% African American, 4% Two or more races, 1% Asian.

Students who attend Hughes Springs J H usually go on to attend Hughes Springs High School

Hughes Springs J H ranks 331st of 2361 Texas middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.


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