Serving 389 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Herbert Hoover Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herbert Hoover Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Herbert Hoover Elementary School's student population of 389 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
389 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1974
School Rankings
Herbert Hoover Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herbert Hoover Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#10 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
78%
12%
Hispanic
5%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herbert Hoover Elementary School's ranking?
Herbert Hoover Elementary School is ranked #10 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Herbert Hoover Elementary School often compared to?
Herbert Hoover Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairmeadow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Herbert Hoover Elementary School?
389 students attend Herbert Hoover Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Herbert Hoover Elementary School students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herbert Hoover Elementary School?
Herbert Hoover Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Herbert Hoover Elementary School offer ?
Herbert Hoover Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Herbert Hoover Elementary School part of?
Herbert Hoover Elementary School is part of Palo Alto Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Herbert Hoover Elementary School located?
Herbert Hoover Elementary School is located in the Fairmeadow neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Fairmeadow.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School 2026-27 School Year
August 13, 2026 (Thursday)
First Day of Full-Day Kindergarten
October 19, 2026 (Monday)
School Reviews
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