Serving 515 students in grades 6-8, Hoover Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hoover Middle School serves the northwest part of Taylor, MI, covering an attendance zone of approximately 11.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 2.1 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 5.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hoover Middle School's student population of 515 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
515 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hoover Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hoover Middle School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2476 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
38%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)64.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hoover Middle School's ranking?
Hoover Middle School is ranked #2476 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Hoover Middle School?
515 students attend Hoover Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Hoover Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hoover Middle School?
Hoover Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hoover Middle School offer ?
Hoover Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hoover Middle School part of?
Hoover Middle School is part of Taylor School District.
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