Hoover Elementary School

400 W Viola Ave
Yakima, WA 98902
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Bottom 50%
Serving 582 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hoover Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 582 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 90%
  • : Bottom 50% in WA
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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Hoover Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:

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School Overview

Hoover Elementary School's student population of 582 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
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Total Students
582 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
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School Rankings

Hoover Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hoover Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WA)
#1971 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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21%
41%
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21%
53%
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20-24%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Hispanic
86%
27%
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Black
2%
5%
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White
10%
47%
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Two or more races
1%
9%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.25
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(22-23)
35.9%
34.7%
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Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
39%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
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School Statewide Testing
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Huskies

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hoover Elementary School's ranking?
Hoover Elementary School is ranked #1971 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Hoover Elementary School?
582 students attend Hoover Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Hoover Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hoover Elementary School?
Hoover Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hoover Elementary School offer ?
Hoover Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hoover Elementary School part of?
Hoover Elementary School is part of Yakima School District.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
When I went to this school, I loved it. I believe it was one of the best schools that I have ever gone to. I thank all of my teachers for guiding me and showing me the way. I never would have graduated from high school with out my elementary school teachers.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - petti

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 582 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 90%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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