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Hodgen Public School

Elementary School · HODGEN

Post Office Box 69, Hodgen, OK 74939

Enrollment

264

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

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#1,335 of 1,750

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Hodgen Public School

5.2/10

Elementary School in Hodgen · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Hodgen Public School

Hodgen Public School is a public elementary school in Hodgen, OK, part of HODGEN. Hodgen Public School serves approximately 264 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Hodgen Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,335 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Hodgen Public School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below OK schools
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • OK avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Hodgen Public School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Hodgen Public School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-10.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency9% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency10% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected-11.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile11th
Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,815
Chronic Absenteeism19.3%

Hodgen Public School — Students at Hodgen Public School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

80.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 32.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 35.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 38 test records from OK state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2024
Math
10.5%
ELA
28.5%
2025
Math
11%
ELA
6.5%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Hodgen Public School Compares

See how Hodgen Public School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
24th percentile in OK
Academic
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
5.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
81%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.3%

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

Post Office Box 69, Hodgen, OK 74939

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hodgen Public School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MONROE PUBLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Monroe), which scores notably higher. Another option is POTEAU PRIMARY ES (rated 6.8/10, 16.4 miles away, in nearby Poteau), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOWE ES (rated 6.2/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Howe), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hodgen, see our Hodgen schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 23.2 mi
School Distance Rating
HEAVENER HS Heavener 3.6 mi 6.2
HEAVENER ES Heavener 3.6 mi 5.8
HOWE ES Howe 7.8 mi 6.2
HOWE HS Howe 7.8 mi 8.3
WISTER ES Wister 10.3 mi 5.2
WISTER HS Wister 10.3 mi 6.7
MONROE PUBLIC SCHOOL Monroe 12.1 mi 8.1
PANSY KIDD MS Poteau 14.6 mi 6.6
7TH AND 8TH GRADE ACADEMIC CTR Poteau 15.3 mi 6.5
POTEAU HS Poteau 15.4 mi 7.0
POTEAU UPPER ES Poteau 16.4 mi 5.3
POTEAU PRIMARY ES Poteau 16.4 mi 6.8
SHADY POINT PUBLIC SCHOOL Shady Point 20.1 mi 3.7
WHITESBORO ES Whitesboro 17.8 mi 5.7
WHITESBORO HS Whitesboro 17.8 mi 7.0
FANSHAWE PUBLIC SCHOOL Fanshawe 17.8 mi 5.8
CAMERON ES Cameron 21.0 mi 5.6
CAMERON HS Cameron 21.0 mi 7.2
PANAMA MS Panama 23.1 mi 3.3
PANAMA HS Panama 23.2 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 74939 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$31,731

Median Home Value

$90,000

Median Rent

$713/mo

Population

1,234

College Educated

2.1%

Homeownership

83.7%

Poverty Rate

29.6%

Median Age

41.6

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FOYIL ES Foyil, OK 5.2
HORACE MANN ES Hominy, OK 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hodgen Public School

What grades does Hodgen Public School serve?

Hodgen Public School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Hodgen Public School?

Hodgen Public School has an enrollment of approximately 264 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hodgen Public School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hodgen Public School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hodgen Public School rank in OK?

Hodgen Public School ranks #1,335 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Hodgen Public School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hodgen Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Public School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hodgen Public School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Hodgen Public School a charter school?

No, Hodgen Public School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hodgen Public School a Title I school?

No, Hodgen Public School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hodgen Public School?

80.7% of students at Hodgen Public School 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
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
264
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
80.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Le Flore County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.3%

District

HODGEN
District Enrollment
264
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,815
District Rank
#1 of 1

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