MARIE M HUGHES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

MARIE M HUGHES ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the ALBUQUERQUE school district, located in ALBUQUERQUE, NM with about 505 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 31 teachers, MARIE M HUGHES ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Marie M. Hughes Elementary, located in the Taylor Ranch area of Albuquerque, New Mexico, is a public school serving students in the Albuquerque Public Schools (APS) district. The school is named in honor of Marie M. Hughes, a distinguished educator and professor known for her commitment to curriculum development and her work in improving the quality of instruction in the American classroom. The school emphasizes a supportive learning environment, aiming to provide a comprehensive education that fosters both academic achievement and personal growth for its diverse student population.

As part of the APS system, the school follows the district’s standards-based curriculum while offering various programs designed to support student engagement and enrichment. The campus is known for its community-focused atmosphere, encouraging parental involvement and collaboration between staff, families, and the local neighborhood. Through a blend of core academic subjects and extracurricular activities, Marie M. Hughes Elementary seeks to prepare its students for future success in middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact MARIE M HUGHES ELEMENTARY at (505) 880-3744 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.