Needs Improvement
#9431 of 9,539 schools in CA
Herbert Hoover Elementary
Elementary School · Desert Sands Unified
44-300 Monroe St., Indio, CA 92201
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher
27.9:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher
27.9:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,431 of 9,539
In Indio
#19 of 19
public schools
In district
#33 of 33
Desert Sands Unified
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Herbert Hoover Elementary
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About Herbert Hoover Elementary
Herbert Hoover Elementary is a public elementary school in Indio, CA, part of Desert Sands Unified. Herbert Hoover Elementary serves approximately 335 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 27.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Herbert Hoover Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10 and ranks #9,431 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Herbert Hoover Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Herbert Hoover Elementary runs 27.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
51% of students at Herbert Hoover Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Herbert Hoover Elementary — Students at Herbert Hoover Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.9/10.
How Herbert Hoover Elementary Compares
See how Herbert Hoover Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
44-300 Monroe St., Indio, CA 92201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Herbert Hoover Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Richard R. Oliphant Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mountain Vista Elementary (rated 5.3/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Amelia Earhart Elementary School of International Studies (rated 4.7/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Indio, see our Indio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary Indio | 0.5 mi | 2.7 |
| John F. Kennedy Elementary Indio | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Indio High Indio | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Doves Landing School Indio | 0.9 mi | — |
| Al Vasquez Learning Center Indio | 0.9 mi | — |
| Andrew Jackson Elementary Indio | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Indio Middle Indio | 1.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Carrillo Ranch Elementary Indio | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle Indio | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Dr. Reynaldo J. Carreon Jr. Academy Indio | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Richard R. Oliphant Elementary Indio | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Desert Sands A.T.L.A.S. Indio | 1.2 mi | — |
| Amistad High (Continuation) Indio | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| James Madison Elementary Indio | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Brilliant Microschool Indio | 1.5 mi | — |
| Theodore Roosevelt Elementary Indio | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Martin Van Buren Elementary Indio | 2.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Mountain Vista Elementary Indio | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
| John Glenn Middle School of International Studies Indio | 2.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Amelia Earhart Elementary School of International Studies Indio | 2.5 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,663
Median Home Value
$372,800
Median Rent
$1,349/mo
Population
66,364
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
59.5%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
36.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Herbert Hoover Elementary
What grades does Herbert Hoover Elementary serve?
Herbert Hoover Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Herbert Hoover Elementary?
Herbert Hoover Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 335 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Herbert Hoover Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Herbert Hoover Elementary is 27.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Herbert Hoover Elementary rank in CA?
Herbert Hoover Elementary ranks #9,431 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Herbert Hoover Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Herbert Hoover Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Herbert Hoover Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Herbert Hoover Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Herbert Hoover Elementary a charter school?
No, Herbert Hoover Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Herbert Hoover Elementary a Title I school?
No, Herbert Hoover Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Herbert Hoover Elementary?
88.7% of students at Herbert Hoover Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 335
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.7%
- Phone
- (760) 775-3820
Resources & Links
District
Desert Sands Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,898
- Schools in District
- 35
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,070
- District Rank
- #33 of 33
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