Hughson Elementary

Hughson is one of those small Central Valley towns that still has a genuine small-town feel — tree-lined streets, a tight-knit community, and a pace of life that's a welcome contrast to the sprawl of nearby Modesto. Hughson Elementary reflects that character well, landing solidly in the middle of the pack statewide with particular strength in math, where it outperforms its English scores by a noticeable margin. Families who value a close community where teachers tend to know kids by name, and who don't mind trading big-city amenities for a quieter, more connected environment, will find a lot to like here.