HODGE EL

HODGE EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the DENTON ISD school district, located in DENTON, TX with about 584 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 52 teachers, HODGE EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

HODGE ELementary School is located in the southeastern section of Denton, Texas, and operates as part of the Denton Independent School District. Serving a diverse student population, the school focuses on creating a supportive academic environment that emphasizes foundational learning, character development, and student engagement. As a neighborhood-based elementary school, it serves as a central hub for the surrounding residential community, prioritizing the holistic growth of its students from pre-kindergarten through the early elementary grades.

The school is known for its commitment to the district’s "Denton ISD" standards, which include an emphasis on collaborative instruction, technology integration, and personalized learning paths. Beyond academics, HODGE ELementary fosters a strong sense of community through various extracurricular opportunities and parent-teacher partnerships designed to support student success. By maintaining a focus on inclusivity and high expectations, the school aims to prepare its young learners for the transition to middle school while nurturing a lifelong love for education.

For more information, contact HODGE EL at (940) 369-2800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.