Serving 280 students in grades 3-5, Hoover Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hoover Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hoover Elementary School's student population of 280 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
280 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hoover Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hoover Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#991 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
13%
10%
Black
16%
12%
White
55%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hoover Elementary School's ranking?
Hoover Elementary School is ranked #991 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
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?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Hoover Elementary School?
280 students attend Hoover Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Hoover Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hoover Elementary School?
Hoover Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hoover Elementary School offer ?
Hoover Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Hoover Elementary School part of?
Hoover Elementary School is part of Rochester Public School District.
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