Serving 202 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 39%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hodgen Elementary School's student population of 202 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
202 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hodgen Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 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 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1998 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
90%
15%
White
4%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
7%
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 #1998 out of 2,084 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 39% 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?
202 students attend Hodgen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Hodgen Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 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 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hodgen Elementary School offer ?
Hodgen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Hodgen Elementary School part of?
Hodgen Elementary School is part of St. Louis City School District.
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