Hoover Elementary

Hoover Elementary is a public elementary school located in Oakland, California. Serving kindergarten through fifth grade, the school has an enrollment of 268 students and employs ten full-time equivalent teachers, resulting in a student-teacher ratio of about 27 to 1. Despite its modest resources, Hoover Elementary focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment for its young students.

According to MySchoolScout’s ratings, Hoover Elementary ranks at the 11th percentile statewide with an overall rating of 3.1 out of 10 and an academic score of 1.6 out of 10. In terms of proficiency in English Language Arts (ELA) and reading, 16% of students meet or exceed state standards, while only 9% are proficient in math. These scores suggest there is room for improvement in academic performance.

Hoover Elementary sits within the bustling urban landscape of Oakland, providing a diverse community setting for its students. The school’s location offers unique opportunities to engage with the city's cultural and educational resources, fostering an environment where learning extends beyond the classroom walls.

While current test scores at Hoover Elementary are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

The student-teacher ratio at Hoover Elementary is 26.8:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.