For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,294 students in Hughesville, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in Hughesville, PA are Joseph C Ashkar Elementary School and Hughesville Jr. Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hughesville, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Hughesville have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Hughesville, PA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Joseph C Ashkar Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
350 South Broad Street
Hughesville, PA 17737
(570) 584-5121
Hughesville, PA 17737
(570) 584-5121
Gr: PK-6 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Hughesville Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
349 Cemetery St
Hughesville, PA 17737
(570) 584-5111
Hughesville, PA 17737
(570) 584-5111
Gr: 7-12 | 731 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: n/an/a
Lycoming Career And Technology Center
Vocational School
293 Cemetery Street
Hughesville, PA 17737
(570) 584-2300
Hughesville, PA 17737
(570) 584-2300
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Hughesville, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Hughesville, PA include Joseph C Ashkar Elementary School and Hughesville Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in Hughesville?
3 public schools are located in Hughesville.
What is the racial composition of students in Hughesville?
Hughesville public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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