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Sam Hughes Elementary

700 N Wilson Ave, Tucson, AZ 85719, United States

+1 (520) 232-7400

http://samhugheses.tusd1.org

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Sam Hughes Elementary Overview

About This School

Sam Hughes Elementary is a public elementary in Tucson, Arizona, serving 365 students in grades PK-5. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1 with 20 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $68,069. Counseling resources are available to the student body with a ratio of 456 students per counselor. Students at the school represent a diverse demographic, consisting of 46% Hispanic, 41% White, 7% Two or More Races, 4% Black, and 2% Asian students. The gender distribution is relatively balanced, with 53% female and 47% male enrollment.

365

Total Students

PK-5

17:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

20 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

PK-5

County

Pima County

Students per Counselor

456:1

Sam Hughes Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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English Language Arts

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Science

Class Information

17:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 15:1

State Avg: 17.5:1

456

Students per Counselor

Sam Hughes Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$68,069

City Avg: $56,623

State Avg: $56,704

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio17:1

Students per Counselor456:1

Sam Hughes Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

47.12%

Male

52.88%

Female

Total Enrollment: 365 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White40.82%

Hispanic46.03%

Asian2.19%

Black3.56%

Two or More Races6.85%

Native American0.55%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sam Hughes Elementary

Q: What is Sam Hughes Elementary?

A: Sam Hughes Elementary is a elementary public located in Tucson.

Q: How many students attend Sam Hughes Elementary?

A: Sam Hughes Elementary has approximately 365 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Sam Hughes Elementary?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Sam Hughes Elementary is 17:1.

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Detailed Information about Sam Hughes Elementary

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About Sam Hughes Elementary - Tucson, AZ

Quick Facts about Sam Hughes Elementary
School Name	Sam Hughes Elementary
School Type	public
Grade Levels	PK-5
Location	700 N Wilson Ave, Tucson, AZ 85719, Tucson, AZ
County	Pima County
Phone	+1 (520) 232-7400
Total Students	365
Student-Teacher Ratio	17:1
Full-Time Teachers	20
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Sam Hughes Elementary

What is Sam Hughes Elementary?

Sam Hughes Elementary is a elementary public located in Tucson.

How many students attend Sam Hughes Elementary?

Sam Hughes Elementary has approximately 365 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sam Hughes Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sam Hughes Elementary is 17:1.

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