Serving 926 students in grades 6-8, Herbert Hoover Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 51% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 926 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (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
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Herbert Hoover Middle School's student population of 926 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
926 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
School Rankings
Herbert Hoover Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herbert Hoover Middle School is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#135 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
38%
7%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
9%
33%
White
36%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
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 #135 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Herbert Hoover Middle School?
926 students attend Herbert Hoover Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Herbert Hoover Middle School students are Asian, 36% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 8% 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Herbert Hoover Middle School part of?
Herbert Hoover Middle School is part of Montgomery County School District.
School Reviews
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