Serving 226 students in grades 3-5, Hoover Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hoover Elementary School's student population of 226 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 39% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
226 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hoover Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hoover Elementary School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#873 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
17%
12%
White
59%
62%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hoover Elementary School's ranking?
Hoover Elementary School is ranked #873 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Hoover Elementary School often compared to?
Hoover Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gage Elementary School, Gibbs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Hoover Elementary School?
226 students attend Hoover Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Hoover Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hoover Elementary School?
Hoover Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hoover Elementary School offer ?
Hoover Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Hoover Elementary School part of?
Hoover Elementary School is part of Rochester Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Hoover Elementary School located?
Hoover Elementary School is located in the Viking Park neighborhood of Rochester, MN. There are 1 other public schools located in Viking Park.
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