Hoover Elementary

Hoover Elementary is a public elementary school located in Neenah, Wisconsin, serving 236 students in grades K-4. It is part of the Neenah Joint School District, which is ranked 140 out of 428 school districts in the state.

Despite the school's relatively high per-student spending of $16,428, Hoover Elementary has consistently underperformed compared to the district and state averages in standardized test scores. In the 2023-2024 school year, the school's 3rd grade English Language Arts proficiency rate was 51.52%, compared to 60.85% for the district and 52.07% for the state. Hoover's academic performance has been declining over the years, with its statewide ranking dropping from 675 out of 1,061 schools in 2013-2014 to 659 out of 1,061 schools in 2023-2024. The school also has a significantly higher percentage of students from low socioeconomic backgrounds, with 64.83% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, compared to the district average of 33.98% at Coolidge Elementary and 15.06% at Lakeview Elementary.

Hoover Elementary's academic struggles are further highlighted by the strong performance of nearby schools, such as the ACE Alliance Charter Elementary, which ranks in the top 95 schools in Wisconsin. The high rates of chronic absenteeism at Hoover, ranging from 9.5% to 15.4% in recent years, may also be contributing to the school's underperformance. Addressing the unique challenges faced by Hoover's student population and ensuring the effective allocation of resources will be crucial in improving student outcomes at the school.