Serving 553 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hoover Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois 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% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Top 1% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hoover Elementary School's student population of 553 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hoover Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)6%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)17%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
23%
27%
Black
74%
17%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Hoover Elementary School often compared to?
Hoover Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Caroline Sibley Elementary School, Carol Moseley Braun School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% IL state average).
How many students attend Hoover Elementary School?
553 students attend Hoover Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Hoover Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hoover Elementary School?
Hoover Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hoover Elementary School offer ?
Hoover Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hoover Elementary School part of?
Hoover Elementary School is part of Hoover-Schrum Memorial SD 157 School District.
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