Serving 388 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hodge Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hodge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Hodge Elementary School's student population of 388 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hodge Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hodge Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1754 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
89%
36%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hodge Elementary School's ranking?
Hodge Elementary School is ranked #1754 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Hodge Elementary School often compared to?
Hodge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Hodge Elementary School?
388 students attend Hodge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Hodge Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hodge Elementary School?
Hodge Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hodge Elementary School offer ?
Hodge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hodge Elementary School part of?
Hodge Elementary School is part of Savannah-Chatham County School District.
In what neighborhood is Hodge Elementary School located?
Hodge Elementary School is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Savannah, GA. There are 9 other public schools located in Midtown.
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