Average
#1683 of 2,221 schools in MO
Hodgen Elem.
Elementary School · ST. LOUIS CITY
1616 CALIFORNIA, St. Louis, MO 63104
Enrollment
220
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
220
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,683 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#110 of 193
public schools
In district
#32 of 63
ST. LOUIS CITY
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Hodgen Elem.
Hodgen Elem. is a public elementary school in St. Louis, MO, part of ST. LOUIS CITY.
Hodgen Elem. serves approximately 220 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Hodgen Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,683 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Hodgen Elem. show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Hodgen Elem. were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Hodgen Elem. — Students at Hodgen Elem. score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.2/10.
How Hodgen Elem. Compares
See how Hodgen Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1616 CALIFORNIA, St. Louis, MO 63104
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hodgen Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE SOULARD SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAFAYETTE PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST LOUIS LANG IMMERSION SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ACAD OF ENTRE STDY@LOUVERTURE St. Louis | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| SIGEL ELEM. COMM. ED. CTR. St. Louis | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| MCKINLEY CLASS. LEADERSHIP AC. St. Louis | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| MOMENTUM FOX PARK St. Louis | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| LAFAYETTE PREPARATORY ACADEMY St. Louis | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| NAHED CHAPMAN NEW AMERICAN ACA St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| SHENANDOAH ELEM. St. Louis | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| GATEWAY/HUBERT WHEELER SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.0 mi | — |
| KIPP WISDOM ACADEMY St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| THE SOULARD SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| PEABODY ELEM. St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| ATLAS ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| ROOSEVELT HIGH St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| MOMENTUM ACAD TOWER GROVE EAST St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| MO School for the Blind - HS St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| MO School for the Blind - ELEM St. Louis | 1.2 mi | — |
| HUMBOLDT ACAD OF HIGHER LRNING St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| KIPP ST. LOUIS HIGH St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| ST MARGARET OF SCOTLAND SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| ST LOUIS LANG IMMERSION SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,127
Median Home Value
$249,500
Median Rent
$1,054/mo
Population
18,701
College Educated
54%
Homeownership
48.2%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
37.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HOLMAN ELEMENTARY Berkeley, MO | 5.1 |
| LEMASTERS ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 5.1 |
| OUR LADY OF HOPE Kansas City, MO | 5.1 |
| SALEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Black Jack, MO | 5.1 |
| ST FRANCIS BORGIA GRADE SCHOOL Washington, MO | 5.1 |
| ST LOUIS CATHOLIC ACADEMY St. Louis, MO | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hodgen Elem.
What grades does Hodgen Elem. serve?
Hodgen Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Hodgen Elem.?
Hodgen Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 220 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hodgen Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Hodgen Elem. is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hodgen Elem. rank in MO?
Hodgen Elem. ranks #1,683 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Hodgen Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Hodgen Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Hodgen Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hodgen Elem. has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Hodgen Elem. a charter school?
No, Hodgen Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hodgen Elem. a Title I school?
No, Hodgen Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hodgen Elem.?
100.0% of students at Hodgen Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 220
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- St. Louis city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.9%
- Phone
- (314) 771-2539
Resources & Links
District
ST. LOUIS CITY- District Enrollment
- 18,284
- Schools in District
- 68
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,979
- District Rank
- #32 of 63
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