Serving 69 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hoven Elementary - 02 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Hoven Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district, spanning approximately 765 square miles in Hoven, SD. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 38.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hoven Elementary - 02's student population of 69 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
69 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Hoven Elementary - 02 ranks within the top 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hoven Elementary - 02 is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#229 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
14%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
99%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.7%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hoven Elementary - 02's ranking?
Hoven Elementary - 02 is ranked #229 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Hoven Elementary - 02?
69 students attend Hoven Elementary - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Hoven Elementary - 02 students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hoven Elementary - 02?
Hoven Elementary - 02 has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hoven Elementary - 02 offer ?
Hoven Elementary - 02 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hoven Elementary - 02 part of?
Hoven Elementary - 02 is part of Hoven School District 53-2.
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