Serving 404 students in grades 6-8, Hoover Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hoover Middle serves the east part of Albuquerque, NM, covering an area of approximately 4.5 square miles. Families within the zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles from the school to the zone's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hoover Middle School's student population of 404 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
404 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Hoover Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (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 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#229 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
5%
11%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
49%
63%
Black
3%
2%
White
30%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.7%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hoover Middle School's ranking?
Hoover Middle School is ranked #229 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Hoover Middle School often compared to?
Hoover Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eisenhower Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Hoover Middle School?
404 students attend Hoover Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Hoover Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hoover Middle School?
Hoover Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
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 Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Hoover Middle School located?
Hoover Middle School is located in the Holiday Park neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 1 other public schools located in Holiday Park.
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