Serving 457 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Hodges Manor Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hodges Manor Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hodges Manor Elementary School's student population of 457 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Hodges Manor Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hodges Manor Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1493 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
70%
22%
White
16%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hodges Manor Elementary School's ranking?
Hodges Manor Elementary School is ranked #1493 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Hodges Manor Elementary School often compared to?
Hodges Manor Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Simonsdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Hodges Manor Elementary School?
457 students attend Hodges Manor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Hodges Manor Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hodges Manor Elementary School?
Hodges Manor Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hodges Manor Elementary School offer ?
Hodges Manor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hodges Manor Elementary School part of?
Hodges Manor Elementary School is part of Portsmouth City Public Schools.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
My son was a minority in his class because he was white, and the other kids picked on him and mistreated him, the teachers or administration did nothing to resolve the issue, infact the mistreatment got worse after I said something.
5 10/10/2025
Wonderful school
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