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Hodge Road Elementary

Elementary School · Wake County Schools

2128 Mingo Bluff Boulevard, Knightdale, NC 27545

Enrollment

510

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#1,576 of 2,648

In Knightdale

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#140 of 194

Wake County Schools

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Hodge Road Elementary

5.9/10

Elementary School in Knightdale · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.1/10

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4.0/10

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About Hodge Road Elementary

Hodge Road Elementary is a public elementary school in Knightdale, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Hodge Road Elementary serves approximately 510 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Hodge Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,576 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Hodge Road Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 7.1
  • NC avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.5% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.3% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-11.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.3 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected-8.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,691
Chronic Absenteeism26.7%

Hodge Road Elementary — Students at Hodge Road Elementary score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

68.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.4% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 33.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 NC)

Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
55%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
55%
2012
Math
31%
ELA
19%
2013
Math
30%
ELA
20%
2014
Math
23%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
25%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
20%
ELA
25%
2019
Math
20%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
31%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
31%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2025
Math
52.4%
ELA
41.4%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Hodge Road Elementary Compares

See how Hodge Road Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
41th percentile in NC
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2128 Mingo Bluff Boulevard, Knightdale, NC 27545

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hodge Road Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Doral Academy of North Carolina (rated 8.8/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Raleigh), which scores notably higher. Another option is Beaverdam Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Raleigh), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rogers Lane Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Raleigh), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Knightdale, see our Knightdale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Rogers Lane Elementary Raleigh 1.4 mi 7.1
River Oaks Middle Raleigh 2.5 mi 4.0
Knightdale Elementary Knightdale 2.5 mi 4.8
Beaverdam Elementary Raleigh 3.1 mi 7.6
Lockhart Elementary Knightdale 2.8 mi 4.3
Doral Academy of North Carolina Raleigh 3.6 mi 8.8
Barwell Road Elementary Raleigh 3.5 mi 6.3
Forestville Road Elementary Knightdale 3.3 mi 4.0
Neuse River Middle Raleigh 3.6 mi 3.5
Knightdale High Knightdale 3.5 mi 4.1
THALES ACADEMY Knightdale 3.5 mi 6.0
RALEIGH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh 3.7 mi 7.8
Wake Early College of Health and Science Raleigh 3.5 mi 7.5
SURE PROMISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh 4.2 mi
Bugg Elementary Raleigh 3.7 mi 3.7
PreEminent Charter Raleigh 4.0 mi 5.6
Wilburn Elementary Raleigh 4.3 mi 5.2
Walnut Creek Elementary Raleigh 4.2 mi 6.4
WORD OF GOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh 4.7 mi 5.2
WORD OF GOD FELLOWSHIP Raleigh 4.7 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27545 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,400

Median Home Value

$301,300

Median Rent

$1,560/mo

Population

33,750

College Educated

36.2%

Homeownership

70.2%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

10.6%

Median Age

35.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hodge Road Elementary

What grades does Hodge Road Elementary serve?

Hodge Road Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Hodge Road Elementary?

Hodge Road Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 510 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hodge Road Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Hodge Road Elementary is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hodge Road Elementary rank in NC?

Hodge Road Elementary ranks #1,576 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Hodge Road Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Hodge Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Hodge Road Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hodge Road Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Hodge Road Elementary a charter school?

No, Hodge Road Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hodge Road Elementary a Title I school?

No, Hodge Road Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hodge Road Elementary?

68.8% of students at Hodge Road Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
68.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.7%

District

Wake County Schools
District Enrollment
161,481
Schools in District
197
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,691
District Rank
#140 of 194

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