Serving 215 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hoover Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hoover Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Hoover Elementary School's student population of 215 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
215 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Hoover Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (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 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#353 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
38%
12%
Hispanic
6%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
44%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
4%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hoover Elementary School's ranking?
Hoover Elementary School is ranked #353 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hoover Elementary School often compared to?
Hoover Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hoover Elementary School?
215 students attend Hoover Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Hoover Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
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 California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hoover Elementary School offer ?
Hoover Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hoover Elementary School part of?
Hoover Elementary School is part of Burlingame Elementary School District.
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