Hodges Manor Elementary vs Simonsdale Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hodges Manor Elementary
Portsmouth · Public elementary · Grades K–6
466 students
Simonsdale Elementary
Portsmouth · Public elementary · Grades K–6
613 students
| Measure | Hodges Manor Elementary Portsmouth, Virginia | Simonsdale Elementary Portsmouth, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #950 of 1,142 | #896 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #17798 of 50,301 | #16129 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 466 | 613 |
| Enrollment | 466 | 613 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 101.3% | 99.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 76% | 78% |
| city | Portsmouth | Portsmouth |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Simonsdale Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.0 vs 60.6).
- •Simonsdale Elementary does better on math proficiency (78% vs 76%).
- •Simonsdale Elementary does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 74%).
- •Simonsdale Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.5% vs 101.3%).
- •Hodges Manor Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 15.3).
- •Simonsdale Elementary is the larger school with 613 students compared with 466.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Hodges Manor Elementary better than Simonsdale Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Simonsdale Elementary ranks higher (63.0 vs 60.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Hodges Manor Elementary and Simonsdale Elementary?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Portsmouth and Portsmouth in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hodges Manor Elementary: 466. Simonsdale Elementary: 613. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hodges Manor Elementary and Simonsdale Elementary rank in Virginia?
Hodges Manor Elementary is 950th of 1,142 and Simonsdale Elementary is 896th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).