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Hodgeman County

Kansas · Public K-12

Hodgeman County is a Kansas county whose public-school system spans 2 campuses and approximately 285 students. Median household income runs about $59,955. The level mix is 1 elementary and 1 high schools.

7-year change in Hodgeman County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
285
-19 (-6%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
84%
was 90%
% Hispanic
10%
was 4%
% Black
1%
was 3%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Schools
2
1 districts
Enrollment
285
NCES CCD
Median income
$59,955
Below Kansas avg
Free/reduced lunch
37.5%
Below Kansas avg
Elementary
1
176 students
Middle
0
schools
High
1
109 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
Hodgeman County Public Schools
285 students · 1 district in Hodgeman County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Hodgeman County residents (Census ACS 5-year). Right bar is the enrollment-weighted makeup of public schools in the county (NCES CCD). NCES systematically under-reports Hispanic, Pacific Islander, and Native American enrollment for many schools; where the resident share is meaningful but the reported school share is zero, we mark the school bar "not reported".

County residents
White
95%
Hispanic
5%
Black
0%
Asian
0%
Two or more
4%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
84%
Hispanic
10%
Black
1%
Asian
0%
Two or more
5%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
30.2%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
5.9%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
0.6%
civilian labor
Median age
49
25.7% under 18

Test scores in Hodgeman County

Latest 2024-25 ELA proficiency, 2 schools ranked. Kansas state average: 44.5%.

Top 2 schools (ELA)
  1. Hodgeman County Elementary· 56.4%
  2. Hodgeman County High· 37.1%

See all 2 schools in Hodgeman County ranked by score →

All schools (2)

LargestA-ZTop rated
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
Hodgeman County ElementaryJetmoreElementaryPK-06176·
Hodgeman County HighJetmoreHigh07-12109·

Cities in Hodgeman County

Jetmore2 schools

About Hodgeman County

Hodgeman County is a compact Kansas county of about 1,652 residents, home to 2 public schools and roughly 285 students.

Stepping back, census numbers show typical household earnings sit around $59,955, 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the poverty rate is around 6%. That income level is 9% below the Kansas median.

Looking at the level breakdown, Hodgeman County spans 1 elementary school (176 students), and 1 high school (109).

Hodgeman County Public Schools dominates the local landscape, accounting for roughly 285 students on its own.

Trend over the past 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 285 students, declined 6% from the 304 reported in SY 2017-18. The Hispanic share of public-school enrollment rose from 4% to 10%.

On this page, the community for Hodgeman County discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools serve Hodgeman County?
There are 2 public K-12 schools in Hodgeman County, Kansas, with a combined enrollment of about 285.
How many high schools are in Hodgeman County?
Hodgeman County, Kansas has 1 public high school, serving approximately 109 students.
How many elementary schools are in Hodgeman County?
Hodgeman County, Kansas has 1 public elementary school, serving approximately 176 students.
What is the largest school district in Hodgeman County?
Hodgeman County Public Schools is the largest school district in Hodgeman County, serving approximately 285 students. The county contains 1 school district overall.
What is the population of Hodgeman County?
Hodgeman County, Kansas has a population of approximately 1,652, with a median age of 49. About 25.7% of residents are under 18.
What is the median household income in Hodgeman County?
Median household income in Hodgeman County is $59,955, below the Kansas average of $66,199. About 5.9% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Hodgeman County?
Approximately 30.2% of adults 25 and older in Hodgeman County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of students in Hodgeman County qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Roughly 37.5% of students in Hodgeman County public schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a common proxy for low-income enrollment. This is lower than the Kansas county average of 52.0%.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Hodgeman County schools?
Across Hodgeman County public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 11.3 to 1.
What is the racial makeup of Hodgeman County?
Hodgeman County residents are approximately 95% White, 5% Hispanic, 0% Black, 4% two or more races according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data