Serving 228 students in grades 3-5, Hoover Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Math Proficiency: 47%
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50% in MN)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hoover Elementary serves the southwest part of Rochester, MN, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 2.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hoover Elementary School's student population of 228 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
228 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
17 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hoover Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)47%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Asian
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.5%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Hoover Elementary School often compared to?
Hoover Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gage Elementary School, Gibbs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Hoover Elementary School?
228 students attend Hoover Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Hoover Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Hoover Elementary School offer ?
Hoover Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hoover Elementary School part of?
Hoover Elementary School is part of Rochester Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Hoover Elementary School located?
Hoover Elementary School is located in the Viking Park neighborhood of Rochester, MN. There are 1 other public schools located in Viking Park.
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