Serving 363 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hoover Wood Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hoover Wood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hoover Wood Elementary School's student population of 363 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
363 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our school was named in honor of Eldora Hoover and William 'Bill' Wood.
School Rankings
Hoover Wood Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hoover Wood Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#337 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
12%
29%
Black
11%
16%
White
69%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hoover Wood Elementary School's ranking?
Hoover Wood Elementary School is ranked #337 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Hoover Wood Elementary School often compared to?
Hoover Wood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J B Nelson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hoover Wood Elementary School?
363 students attend Hoover Wood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Hoover Wood Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hoover Wood Elementary School?
Hoover Wood Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hoover Wood Elementary School offer ?
Hoover Wood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hoover Wood Elementary School part of?
Hoover Wood Elementary School is part of Batavia USD 101 School District.
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