Serving 782 students in grades 9-12, Herbert Hoover High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 782 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Herbert Hoover High School serves the northeast part of Elkview, WV, covering an area of approximately 237.1 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 14.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herbert Hoover High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Herbert Hoover High School's student population of 782 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
782 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Herbert Hoover High School ranks within the top 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herbert Hoover High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#194 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
1%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
96%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90-94%
92.6%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herbert Hoover High School's ranking?
Herbert Hoover High School is ranked #194 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Herbert Hoover High School often compared to?
Herbert Hoover High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Washington High School, South Charleston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Herbert Hoover High School?
The graduation rate of Herbert Hoover High School is 90-94%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 92.6%.
How many students attend Herbert Hoover High School?
782 students attend Herbert Hoover High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Herbert Hoover High School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herbert Hoover High School?
Herbert Hoover High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Herbert Hoover High School offer ?
Herbert Hoover High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Herbert Hoover High School part of?
Herbert Hoover High School is part of Kanawha County Schools.
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