Serving 395 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hodgin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hodgin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hodgin Elementary School's student population of 395 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Motto
A Community School
School Rankings
Hodgin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hodgin Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#673 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
18%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
51%
62%
Black
4%
2%
White
19%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hodgin Elementary School's ranking?
Hodgin Elementary School is ranked #673 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Hodgin Elementary School often compared to?
Hodgin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bel-air Elementary School, Alice King Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Hodgin Elementary School?
395 students attend Hodgin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Hodgin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 18% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hodgin Elementary School?
Hodgin Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hodgin Elementary School offer ?
Hodgin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hodgin Elementary School part of?
Hodgin Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Hodgin Elementary School located?
Hodgin Elementary School is located in the Hodgin neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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