Hoover Elementary School

4141 Johnson AVE NW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405

www.cr.k12.ia.us

387 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Hoover Elementary School is a public school located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, serving students as part of the Cedar Rapids Community School District. Situated on Johnson Avenue NW, the school focuses on providing a foundational education for elementary-aged children within the local community. As a part of the larger district, Hoover emphasizes core academic standards and personal development, aiming to prepare students for their future transitions to middle school.

The school is characterized by its commitment to the Cedar Rapids Community School District’s mission of fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment. By leveraging district-wide resources and curriculum, Hoover Elementary offers a comprehensive educational experience that incorporates both traditional academics and opportunities for social-emotional growth. For parents and community members interested in detailed updates, enrollment information, or specific school policies, the district’s official website serves as the primary hub for administrative resources and information regarding school operations.

387

Total Students

31.9

Full-Time Teachers

12.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

95.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Hoover Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	78
Hispanic	32
Black	218
Asian	6
Two or More	29
Pacific Islander	24

Black
218 (56.3 %)
White
78 (20.2 %)
Hispanic
32 (8.3 %)
Two or More
29 (7.5 %)
Pacific Islander
24 (6.2 %)
Asian
6 (1.6 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Cedar Rapids Comm School District
Phone:	(319)558-2369
Website:	http://www.cr.k12.ia.us
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	387
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	31.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	333
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	35

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 60

Grade 1 70

Grade 2 73

Grade 3 68

Grade 4 55

Grade 5 61

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Hoover Elementary School
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	60
Grade 1	70
Grade 2	73
Grade 3	68
Grade 4	55
Grade 5	61

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Hoover Elementary School
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	168	43.4%
Male	219	56.6%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)