Serving 848 students in grades 6-8, Hoover Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 848 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hoover Middle School's student population of 848 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
848 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Hoover is a Leader in Me™Lighthouse school focused on developing the academic and leadership potential of each of our 850-900 students from year to year.
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Hoover Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hoover Middle School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#772 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
20%
7%
White
53%
70%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.9%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hoover Middle School's ranking?
Hoover Middle School is ranked #772 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Hoover Middle School often compared to?
Hoover Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Hoover Middle School?
848 students attend Hoover Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Hoover Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hoover Middle School?
Hoover Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hoover Middle School offer ?
Hoover Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hoover Middle School part of?
Hoover Middle School is part of Waterloo Comm School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Outstanding school with caring staff and a highly rigorous curriculum. A school focused on leadership and making kids into better people. One of the best schools in the state.
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