Herbert Clark Hoover

37 Glendower Road
Melrose, MA 02176
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 283 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Herbert Clark Hoover ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 283 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Top 50% in MA
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Herbert Clark Hoover's student population of 283 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
283 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers

School Rankings

Herbert Clark Hoover ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herbert Clark Hoover is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MA)
#507 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
50-54%
41%
50-54%
44%
50-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
8%
25%
Black
6%
10%
White
74%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.44
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Herbert Clark Hoover's ranking?
Herbert Clark Hoover is ranked #507 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Herbert Clark Hoover often compared to?
Herbert Clark Hooveris often viewed alongside schools like Winthrop, Lincoln by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Herbert Clark Hoover?
283 students attend Herbert Clark Hoover.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Herbert Clark Hoover students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Herbert Clark Hoover?
Herbert Clark Hoover has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Herbert Clark Hoover offer ?
Herbert Clark Hoover offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Herbert Clark Hoover part of?
Herbert Clark Hoover is part of Melrose School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 283 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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