Serving 77 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hoven Elementary - 02 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 77 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hoven Elementary - 02 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Hoven Elementary - 02's student population of 77 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
77 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hoven Elementary - 02 ranks within the top 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hoven Elementary - 02 is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#229 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
96%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hoven Elementary - 02's ranking?
Hoven Elementary - 02 is ranked #229 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Hoven Elementary - 02?
77 students attend Hoven Elementary - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Hoven Elementary - 02 students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hoven Elementary - 02?
Hoven Elementary - 02 has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hoven Elementary - 02 offer ?
Hoven Elementary - 02 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hoven Elementary - 02 part of?
Hoven Elementary - 02 is part of Hoven School District 53-2.
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