Average
#1068 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 48% in state
Hoover Elementary School
Elementary School · Yakima School District
400 W Viola Ave, Yakima, WA 98902
Enrollment
682
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
682
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,068 of 2,228
In Yakima
#24 of 40
public schools
In district
#15 of 25
Yakima School District
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Hoover Elementary School
Hoover Elementary School is a public elementary school in Yakima, WA, part of Yakima School District. Hoover Elementary School serves approximately 682 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Hoover Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,068 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Hoover Elementary School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Hoover Elementary School 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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Hoover Elementary School — Students at Hoover Elementary School score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.
How Hoover Elementary School Compares
See how Hoover Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
400 W Viola Ave, Yakima, WA 98902
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hoover Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Roosevelt Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Barge-Lincoln Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ridgeview Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Yakima, see our Yakima schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Yakima | 0.2 mi | — |
| ST JOHN OF KRONSTADT ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Yakima | 0.4 mi | — |
| Ridgeview Elementary Yakima | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Lewis & Clark Middle School Yakima | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Davis High School Yakima | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Mckinley Elementary School Yakima | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| ESD 105 Open Doors Yakima | 1.3 mi | — |
| NACHES VALLEY ESD 105 OPEN DOORS Yakima | 1.3 mi | — |
| Adams Elementary School Yakima | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| ST JOSEPH MARQUETTE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Yakima | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Washington Middle School Yakima | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Franklin Middle School Yakima | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Mcclure Elementary School Yakima | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School Yakima | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Garfield Elementary School Yakima | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Juvenile Detention Center Yakima | 2.1 mi | — |
| Ridgeview Group Home Yakima | 2.1 mi | — |
| Barge-Lincoln Elementary School Yakima | 2.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Martin Luther King Jr Elementary Yakima | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Yakima Satellite Alternative Programs Yakima | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98902 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,050
Median Home Value
$237,700
Median Rent
$1,045/mo
Population
45,377
College Educated
18.5%
Homeownership
51.8%
Avg Commute
17.2 min
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Median Age
34.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brentwood Elementary School Spokane, WA | 6.5 |
| Covington Elementary School Covington, WA | 6.5 |
| Evergreen Elementary School Sedro-Woolley, WA | 6.5 |
| G W Edgerton Elementary Puyallup, WA | 6.5 |
| HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL Seattle, WA | 6.5 |
| Lewis & Clark Elementary School Richland, WA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hoover Elementary School
What grades does Hoover Elementary School serve?
Hoover Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Hoover Elementary School?
Hoover Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 682 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hoover Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hoover Elementary School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hoover Elementary School rank in WA?
Hoover Elementary School ranks #1,068 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Hoover Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hoover Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Hoover Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hoover Elementary School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hoover Elementary School a charter school?
No, Hoover Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hoover Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Hoover Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hoover Elementary School?
94.6% of students at Hoover Elementary School 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 682
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Yakima County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.6%
- Phone
- (509) 573-5900
Resources & Links
District
Yakima School District- District Enrollment
- 15,545
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,941
- District Rank
- #15 of 25
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