Serving 582 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hoover Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 582 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hoover Elementary School serves the southeast part of Yakima, WA, covering an attendance area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1 mile from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hoover Elementary School's student population of 582 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
582 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hoover Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hoover Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1971 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
86%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.9%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Huskies
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hoover Elementary School's ranking?
Hoover Elementary School is ranked #1971 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Hoover Elementary School?
582 students attend Hoover Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Hoover Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hoover Elementary School?
Hoover Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hoover Elementary School offer ?
Hoover Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hoover Elementary School part of?
Hoover Elementary School is part of Yakima School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
When I went to this school, I loved it. I believe it was one of the best schools that I have ever gone to. I thank all of my teachers for guiding me and showing me the way. I never would have graduated from high school with out my elementary school teachers.
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