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Hoover High School — School Profile & District Info

High|Des Moines, Iowa|Des Moines Independent Comm School District|Last audited: Not yet synced

Des Moines, IA 50310

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School Profile

Grades
9–12
Enrollment
923
Student:Teacher
22.5:1
Locale
Urban
Econ. Disadvantaged
69.7%

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency
55%
15th percentile in IA
Math Proficiency
46%
13th percentile in IA
Graduation Rate
78%
Chronic Absenteeism
38.0%
SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program
7 courses offered
Gifted & Talented
Dual Enrollment
Athletics
19 sports offered
Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
Worse than average in IA

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending
$15,518
District-level data
Funding Sources
Federal 16%State 54%Local 30%

Community Context

Median Home Value
$287,903
+1.5% YoY
Des Moines, IA metro area · Zillow Feb 2026
Community Need Level
Moderate
CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

898
Current enrollment
Declining(-13% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Aug 14, 2026
Professional Development Days
Staff Day
Mon, Aug 24, 2026
First Day of School for Students
Event
Wed, Sep 2, 2026
First Day for Preschool
Event

Full School Calendar 2025-26

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Frequently Asked Questions about Hoover High School

Hoover High School currently enrolls 923 students across High grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in IA.