Excellent
#157 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 2% in state
Herbert Hoover Elementary
Elementary School · Palo Alto Unified
445 East Charleston Rd., Palo Alto, CA 94306
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
20.3:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
20.3:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#157 of 9,539
In Palo Alto
#4 of 15
public schools
In district
#4 of 17
Palo Alto Unified
Equity
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Herbert Hoover Elementary
Herbert Hoover Elementary is a public elementary school in Palo Alto, CA, part of Palo Alto Unified. Herbert Hoover Elementary serves approximately 386 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Herbert Hoover Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #157 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Herbert Hoover Elementary show 95% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.7
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Herbert Hoover Elementary runs 20.3:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Herbert Hoover Elementary — Students at Herbert Hoover Elementary score 94% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
5.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How Herbert Hoover Elementary Compares
See how Herbert Hoover Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
445 East Charleston Rd., Palo Alto, CA 94306
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Herbert Hoover Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Palo Verde Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Fairmeadow Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, GIDEON HAUSNER JEWISH DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Palo Alto, see our Palo Alto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ACHIEVE INC. Palo Alto | 0.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Challenger School - Middlefield Palo Alto | 0.2 mi | — |
| Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle Palo Alto | 0.2 mi | 9.4 |
| Fairmeadow Elementary Palo Alto | 0.3 mi | 8.9 |
| IMAGINATION LAB SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.3 mi | — |
| GROSSMAN ACADEMY Palo Alto | 0.3 mi | — |
| LIVING WIDSOM HIGH SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.3 mi | — |
| Imagination Lab School Palo Alto | 0.4 mi | — |
| Greendell Palo Alto | 0.5 mi | — |
| ATHENA ACADEMY Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Athena Academy Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | — |
| Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | — |
| The Kehillah School Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | — |
| KEHILLAH JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| GIDEON HAUSNER JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| MEIRA ACADEMY Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | — |
| Palo Verde Elementary Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Shalem Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | — |
| KEYS FAMILY DAY SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| PALO ALTO PREPARATORY SCHOOL Mountain View | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94306 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$186,479
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$2,927/mo
Population
27,527
College Educated
80.5%
Homeownership
52.2%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
41
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A. G. Cook Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 9.2 |
| Arroyo San Carlos, CA | 9.2 |
| Barnard Elementary San Diego, CA | 9.2 |
| California Elementary Costa Mesa, CA | 9.2 |
| Castle Heights Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 9.2 |
| City Terrace Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 9.2 |
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Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
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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 386 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Herbert Hoover Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Herbert Hoover Elementary is 20.3:1. 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 #157 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Herbert Hoover Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Herbert Hoover Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 95% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 91% 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?
5.2% 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
- 386
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 5.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Phone
- (650) 320-8106
Resources & Links
District
Palo Alto Unified- District Enrollment
- 10,271
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,533
- District Rank
- #4 of 17
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