Hoover Elementary School

Poor district for college-bound kids. The school has low academic and professional standards. We encountered repeated instances of dishonesty and unprofessionalism. In some cases, what we were told as parents differed from what staff/teachers told administration, and our child reported that what actually happened was something else entirely. Once we received a parent letter stating that students were doing poorly in math because they were "lazy." No consideration was given to changing curriculum or teaching strategies to help struggling students. The administration knew of these incidents and others, but was unwilling/unable to take effective action to address the problems. The community is insular and not welcoming to outsiders, and there is a district-wide culture of tolerance for bullying, including teacher/staff-on-student. There is much small town gossip, and children of newcomers are treated differently from children whose families have been in the community for decades. This is a particularly unpleasant place to be "the new kid." But the good news is, Iowa has open enrollment laws and many nearby districts are friendly and have strong academics and high standards.
--Submitted by a parent

Hoover Elementary is a GREAT school in a wonderful community. The teachers and administrators are dedicated to helping all students reach their potential.

Teachers and support staff genuinely care about the students. Excellent school in a great community!!
--Submitted by a parent

Great teachers, small town community, big time opportunities.
--Submitted by a parent

West Branch and Hoover Elementary--great students, great parents, great teachers, great volunteers, great commmunity members! What more do we need to say? :-)
--Submitted by a parent

The shcool spirit is awesome!!! Makes you want to be in school again!!!
--Submitted by a parent

The class sizes are kept small and the staff truly cares!!
--Submitted by a parent

Every day I see students making choices based on good character traits!
--Submitted by a teacher

We have wonderful teachers, small classrooms and a great sense of community at West Branch!
--Submitted by a parent

Hoover Elementry has bee around for a very long time. I have countless memories there as a child. Currently I coach youth basketball there along with a number of other parents. I just love it there!!!!
--Submitted by a parent