Serving 1,002 students in grades 6-8, Herbert Hoover Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,002 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herbert Hoover Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Herbert Hoover Middle School's student population of 1,002 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,002 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Herbert Hoover Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herbert Hoover Middle School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#95 out of 1343 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
38%
7%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
10%
33%
White
38%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herbert Hoover Middle School's ranking?
Herbert Hoover Middle School is ranked #95 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Herbert Hoover Middle School often compared to?
Herbert Hoover Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cabin John Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Herbert Hoover Middle School?
1,002 students attend Herbert Hoover Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Herbert Hoover Middle School students are Asian, 38% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Herbert Hoover Middle School?
Herbert Hoover Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Herbert Hoover Middle School offer ?
Herbert Hoover Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Herbert Hoover Middle School part of?
Herbert Hoover Middle School is part of Montgomery County Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 1/6/2015
I am moving to new area and I lock to transfer my son from Julius west md to this school
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