Serving 206 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hodgen Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hodgen Elementary serves the southeast part of its school district in Saint Louis, MO, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hodgen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hodgen Elementary School's student population of 206 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
206 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Hodgen Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hodgen Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2002 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
90%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
7%
Showing 2003–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hodgen Elementary School's ranking?
Hodgen Elementary School is ranked #2002 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Hodgen Elementary School?
206 students attend Hodgen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Hodgen Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hodgen Elementary School?
Hodgen Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hodgen Elementary School offer ?
Hodgen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hodgen Elementary School part of?
Hodgen Elementary School is part of St. Louis City School District.
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