Serving 551 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hoover Street Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hoover Street Elementary serves the east part of Los Angeles, California, covering an area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Families in the attendance zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hoover Street Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Hoover Street Elementary School's student population of 551 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
551 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hoover Street Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hoover Street Elementary School is 0.15, which is less 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
#1551 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
92%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hoover Street Elementary School's ranking?
Hoover Street Elementary School is ranked #1551 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hoover Street Elementary School often compared to?
Hoover Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hoover Street Elementary School?
551 students attend Hoover Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Hoover Street Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hoover Street Elementary School?
Hoover Street Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hoover Street Elementary School offer ?
Hoover Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hoover Street Elementary School part of?
Hoover Street Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Hoover Street Elementary School located?
Hoover Street Elementary School is located in the Westlake neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 40 other public schools located in Westlake.
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