Serving 2,884 students in grades 9-12, Hoover High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,884 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hoover High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Hoover High School's student population of 2,884 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 182 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,884 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
182 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hoover High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hoover High School is 0.65, which is more 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
#269 out of 1285 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
1%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
27%
32%
White
51%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- This school takes its name from the city, which was named after founder William Hoover and not the former U.S. president.
- For high schools named after Herbert Hoover, see Herbert Hoover High School.
- Hoover High School is a public high school in Hoover, Alabama, USA, serving grades 9-12. Formerly known as W. A. Berry High School, it was renamed when it was moved to a new campus. It is currently the one of the two International Baccalaureate schools in the Greater Birmingham Area.
- Notable alumni: Notable alumni include:
- Murry Bartow, basketball coach formerly at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
- Jeff Brantley, former ESPN baseball analyst.
- Taylor Hicks, 2006 American Idol winner.
- Chad Jackson, New England Patriots wide reciever.
- Will Pearson, founder of mental_floss magazine.
- Heather Whitestone, 1995 Miss America.
- John Parker Wilson, football player and quarterback at the University of Alabama.
- Alex Binder, Dwarn "Repete" Smith, Kristin Boyle, and Max Lerner, featured on MTV's Two-A-Days. (Ross Wilson, also featured on the show, is not yet an alumnus — he is the quarterback of the current HHS football team, and is scheduled to graduate at the end of the 2006-07 school year.)
- Academics: Hoover is home to ten National Merit Semi-Finalists in 2006, one of which made a perfect score on the PSAT.
- Athletics: Hoover High School plays in the Division 6A of the Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA), and uses the nickname "Buccaneers." In football, it has been nationally ranked by USA Today and has won the state championship in five of the last six years, including the last four in a row, under the direction of head coach Rush Propst. Before the start of the 2006 season, Hoover was ranked #1 in the nation by USA Today and Sports Illustrated, a ranking it maintained until being defeated 28-14 by #6 ranked John Curtis Christian High School of River Ridge, Louisiana on ESPNU High School Showcase September 29.
- Hoover, the second-largest school in Alabama (by student population), has won over 41 state championships in 19 sports in the last 10 years. Hoover has made an overall appearance in 21 state championship playoffs.
- The 2005 football team is featured on the MTV show Two-A-Days. Season two for the Two-A-Days show, showcasing the 2006 football team, is currently being filmed at the school.
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hoover High School's ranking?
Hoover High School is ranked #269 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hoover High School?
The graduation rate of Hoover High School is 91%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Hoover High School?
2,884 students attend Hoover High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Hoover High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hoover High School?
Hoover High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hoover High School offer ?
Hoover High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hoover High School part of?
Hoover High School is part of Hoover City School District.
School Reviews
2 9/19/2015
My daughter is a Junior in the special education program. I could not tell you how unhappy and frustrated this pass years have been. Since she started 9th grade it has been a battle trying to get them to include her and every other child in the class. Its more upsetting that they don't understand that every child has the right to learn more academics not just vocational regardless of disability.
5 4/23/2008
My son is now a junior and I couldn't be happier with this school. In fact, the entire Hoover school system. The school gives students a great sense of pride and a desire to be the best that they can be.
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