HOOVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Hoover Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the West Branch Comm School District school district, located in West Branch, IA with about 361 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 25 teachers, Hoover Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Hoover Elementary School, located at 148 N Oliphant in West Branch, Iowa, serves as a primary educational institution within the West Branch Community School District. Named in honor of the 31st U.S. President, Herbert Hoover, who was born in West Branch, the school is deeply integrated into the local community. It focuses on providing a foundational academic experience for students in the early years of their education, emphasizing core curriculum subjects while fostering a supportive environment tailored to the developmental needs of young learners.

As part of the broader West Branch school system, the elementary school works to prepare students for the transition to middle and high school by promoting both intellectual growth and social-emotional development. The school utilizes its small-town setting to encourage strong partnerships between teachers, parents, and community members. For families seeking more specific information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or enrollment procedures, the district maintains a dedicated online presence at [www.west-branch.k12.ia.us](http://www.west-branch.k12.ia.us).

For more information, contact Hoover Elementary School at (319) 643-7211 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.