Herbert Hoover Elementary School

Herbert Hoover Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5
445 E Charleston Rd,  Palo Alto, CA
Palo Alto Unified School District
4.0
386 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Kathie Bimpson
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Math Proficiency
92%
Reading Proficiency
92%

Niche Grade

A+
Academics
A+
Teachers
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
92%
Math Proficiency
92%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
20
Full Time Teachers
20
Teachers in First or Second Year
4.4%

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
84.1%
State Average
17.9%
Science
73.6%
State Average
9.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Student Diversity

Female
50.8%
Male
49.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
75.1%
Two or more races
9.1%
White
8.8%
Hispanic
5.7%
Black
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#12 Best Public ES in California
#49 Best Public ES Teachers in California
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.0 23 Reviews
4.0 parent
8/1/2025
My child attended Hoover from K-2nd grade. We had an overall great experience here -- my daughter started off having a tough transition to Kindergarten because she was on the younger side and wasn't ready for structure but we pulled through. First grade was easier, and 2nd grade was even better. Our...
5.0 parent
8/1/2021
Being an insider, we see what Hoover gives our kids much more than helping them perform well in test but builds up their learning & thinking tools and developing reading habits and help them to associate with other classmates and the big world. These all benefit them for long term. Principal is the...
5.0 parent
5/26/2021
The school has discipline structure and excellent teaching staff.
5.0 parent
6/25/2015
Hoover has been a fantastic experience for both of our children. Initially we felt intimidated that the school has a very high Asian population, and that our kids may not fit in. This is quite the opposite. Our kids are flourishing at Hoover, they have many friends from various cultural backgrounds,...

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Herbert Hoover Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-5 in Palo Alto, CA and is served by the Palo Alto Unified School District in California. The school has a total enrollment of 386 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 92% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 92% are proficient in reading. Herbert Hoover Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $3,260,841. Discover additional schools in the area, like Henry M. Gunn High School, Los Altos High School, Palo Alto High School, and more. Learn more about what Palo Alto has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Herbert Hoover Elementary School.

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