Serving 359 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Herbert Hoover Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Herbert Hoover Elementary School serves a central area in Bettendorf, IA, encompassing approximately 1.2 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Herbert Hoover Elementary School's student population of 359 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
359 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Herbert Hoover Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herbert Hoover Elementary School is 0.49, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#398 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
15%
14%
Black
7%
7%
White
69%
70%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herbert Hoover Elementary School's ranking?
Herbert Hoover Elementary School is ranked #398 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Herbert Hoover Elementary School often compared to?
Herbert Hoover Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mark Twain Elementary School, Neil Armstrong Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Herbert Hoover Elementary School?
359 students attend Herbert Hoover Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Herbert Hoover Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herbert Hoover Elementary School?
Herbert Hoover Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Herbert Hoover Elementary School offer ?
Herbert Hoover Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Herbert Hoover Elementary School part of?
Herbert Hoover Elementary School is part of Bettendorf Comm School District.
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