Serving 285 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hoover Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Hoover El Sch serves the west part of Pittsburgh, PA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about a mile from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hoover Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hoover Elementary School's student population of 285 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
285 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Motto
Where Every Student Counts
School Rankings
Hoover Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hoover Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#94 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
5%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
2%
14%
White
72%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hoover Elementary School's ranking?
Hoover Elementary School is ranked #94 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Hoover Elementary School often compared to?
Hoover Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Hoover Elementary School?
285 students attend Hoover Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Hoover Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
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 Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hoover Elementary School offer ?
Hoover Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hoover Elementary School part of?
Hoover Elementary School is part of MT Lebanon School District.
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