Summary:
Hodges Elementary is a public elementary school located in Hodges, South Carolina, serving grades PK-5 with a student population of 353. The school is part of the Greenwood 50 School District, which is ranked 22 out of 75 districts in the state and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Hodges Elementary consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in South Carolina, with a statewide ranking of 39 out of 638 schools in the 2023-2024 school year, earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's academic performance is significantly higher than the state and district averages across various subjects and grade levels. For example, in the 2023-2024 school year, Hodges Elementary had 71.1% of 3rd graders, 79.4% of 4th graders, and 80% of 5th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to the state averages of 53.8%, 57.2%, and 55.7%, respectively. In mathematics, Hodges Elementary had 69.3% of 3rd graders, 81% of 4th graders, and 76.7% of 5th graders proficient or better, compared to the state averages of 54.5%, 51%, and 45.8%. Additionally, Hodges Elementary has a significantly higher percentage of White students (71.1%) compared to the state and district averages, and 100% of its students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among the student population.
Hodges Elementary has shown a steady improvement in its statewide ranking, moving from 294 out of 643 schools in 2018-2019 to 39 out of 638 schools in 2023-2024, a significant jump. The school's success can be attributed to effective teaching practices, a supportive school environment, and a commitment to ensuring the academic growth of all students, despite the challenges of a high-poverty student population. Compared to the nearby schools in the Greenwood 50 district, such as Mathews Elementary, Woodfields Elementary, and Long Cane Primary, Hodges Elementary consistently outperforms them in academic measures, making it a standout elementary school in the region.
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Detail:
Public PK, KG-5
District:
Greenwood 50
SchoolDigger Rank:
39th of 638 South Carolina Elementary Schools
Per Pupil Expenditures: $14,613
Students who attend Hodges Elementary usually attend:
Student/teacher ratio: 11.9
Number of students: 353
Racial breakdown:
White:
71.1%
African American:
20.1%
Two or more races:
4.2%
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Hispanic:
2.8%
Asian:
1.1%
American Indian:
0.3%
Pacific Islander:
0.3%
Free/discounted lunch recipients: 100%
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