Serving 629 students in grades 7-8, Herbert Hoover Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 629 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Herbert Hoover Middle serves the southern part of Merced, CA, covering an area of approximately 7.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being around 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Herbert Hoover Middle School's student population of 629 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
629 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Herbert Hoover Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herbert Hoover Middle School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6403 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
73%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herbert Hoover Middle School's ranking?
Herbert Hoover Middle School is ranked #6403 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Herbert Hoover Middle School often compared to?
Herbert Hoover Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle School, Tenaya Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Herbert Hoover Middle School?
629 students attend Herbert Hoover Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Herbert Hoover Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herbert Hoover Middle School?
Herbert Hoover Middle School has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Herbert Hoover Middle School offer ?
Herbert Hoover Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Herbert Hoover Middle School part of?
Herbert Hoover Middle School is part of Merced City Elementary School District.
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