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Hoover High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
4800 Aurora Ave,
Des Moines, IA
Des Moines Independent Community School District
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Average SAT Score
1080
Average ACT Score
21
Math Proficiency
42%
Reading Proficiency
55%
Average GPA
3.37
Graduation Rate
74%
Annual Tuition
$0
Niche Grade
C-
C
B
C+
C-
C
B
B-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.37
Reading Proficiency
55%
Math Proficiency
42%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Teachers
41
Full Time Teachers
41
Teachers in First or Second Year
2.6%
College Prep
Average SAT
1080
Math
510
Verbal
570
Average ACT
21
Math
20
English
20
Reading
22
Science
21
Number of AP Courses
7
AP Pass Rate
24.3%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
37.4%
Science
38.1%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
365:1
Student Diversity
Male
51.4%
Female
48.3%
Black
31.5%
Hispanic
23.2%
White
20.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
17.4%
Two or more races
6.3%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Iowa State University
228 Students
University of Iowa
161 Students
Drake University
100 Students
Des Moines Area Community College
95 Students
Grand View University
87 Students
University of Northern Iowa
76 Students
Simpson College
58 Students
Central College
32 Students
Northwest Missouri State University
20 Students
Mount Mercy University
19 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing
48 Students
Business
38 Students
Psychology
29 Students
Biology
19 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
18 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
15 Students
Accounting
14 Students
Graphic Design
13 Students
Liberal Arts and Humanities
13 Students
Engineering
12 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
2/16/2025
Hoover is a decent High School in the Des Moines school district. My experience there was very good. It's a very diverse school, and you will have a chance to interact with students from multiple cultures and backgrounds. However, there is a downside: Hoover doesn't offer many AP or college-level courses, and most of the time, students have to go to Central Academy to take that advanced course.
4/20/2022
My experience with Hoover is very positive. I have encountered so many cultures and people just because the school is open for everyone. Hoover ensures to make everyone feel as included as they can. I enjoy how all Hoover employees are willing to help each and every student. They have many activities for every student and will always take consideration to each idea. They long to help us all achieve a good future.
12/30/2021
It's alright... pretty average and very low in academics. Great diversity. Teachers don't expect anything from you really, and a lot of the projects/assignments (or labs if you're in chem or bio) are super lame and way below high school level. Really nice if you're a student tho cause it's easy to graduate lmao. Not the best college prep & counselors are kinda pushy to get you to join AP or honors classes. Oh, and lots of army dudes visit to recruit uneducated, broke high school kids :/
GreatSchools Reviews
3/25/2024
Great school, and great support for students
3/25/2024
Hoover is working hard to include support from the community to help their students feel a sense of belonging. The principal works hard with the staff to help students know they are valued. For example community members were encouraged to come in and write notes to students to encourage them on thei...
9/13/2023
very welcoming enjoinment, I feel excepted there. I like the sports and activity's
12/29/2019
It's a bit sad to see this high school change since I graduated in 1980. It used to be the top school, well, second maybe; had one of the best Jazz Bands, and a great swim and football team. Most of us went on to college and the school had a really good reputation. Demographics have surely changed,...
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List Price Range
$165K - $654K
Homes For Sale
9
Average Home Value
$289,024
Median Lot Size
10,672 Sq Ft
% Renters
43%
Average Household Income
$82,098
% of College Grads
28.4%
Median Age
36
Average House Size
1,462 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
59.3%
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Hoover High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Des Moines, IA and is served by the Des Moines Independent Community School District in Iowa. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 959 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 23:1. Academic records show that 42% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 55% are proficient in reading. Hoover High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 2 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.37, the graduation rate is 74%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1080 and an ACT score of 21. The average home value in this area is $289,024. Discover additional schools in the area, like Urbandale High School, Roosevelt High School, Ruby Van Meter, and more. Learn more about what Des Moines has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Hoover High School.