For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,476 students in Hughson, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 83 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Hughson, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Hughson, CA are Fox Road Elementary School, Hughson High School and Hughson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hughson, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Hughson have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hughson, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fox Road Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7600 Fox Rd.
Hughson, CA 95326
(209) 883-2256
Hughson, CA 95326
(209) 883-2256
Gr: 4-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Hughson High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7419 East Whitmore Ave.
Hughson, CA 95326
(209) 883-0469
Hughson, CA 95326
(209) 883-0469
Gr: 9-12 | 859 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
Hughson Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7201 East Whitmore Ave.
Hughson, CA 95326
(209) 883-4412
Hughson, CA 95326
(209) 883-4412
Gr: K-3 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #44.
Barbara Spratling Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5277 Washington Rd.
Hughson, CA 95326
(209) 664-3833
Hughson, CA 95326
(209) 664-3833
Gr: 6-8 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Emilie J. Ross Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7448 Fox Rd.
Hughson, CA 95326
(209) 883-4425
Hughson, CA 95326
(209) 883-4425
Gr: 6-8 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #66.
Dickens (Billy Joe) High (continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6937 Fox Rd.
Hughson, CA 95326
(209) 883-4182
Hughson, CA 95326
(209) 883-4182
Gr: 9-12 | 33 students Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: n/an/a
Valley Community Day
Alternative School
6937 Fox Rd.
Hughson, CA 95326
(209) 883-4182
Hughson, CA 95326
(209) 883-4182
Gr: 7-12 | 4 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Hughson, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Hughson, CA include Fox Road Elementary School, Hughson High School and Hughson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Hughson?
7 public schools are located in Hughson.
What percentage of students in Hughson go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Hughson are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Hughson?
Hughson public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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