Very Good
#3564 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 37% in state
Herbert Hoover Middle
Middle School · San Jose Unified
1635 Park Ave., San Jose, CA 95126
Enrollment
924
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
924
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,564 of 9,539
In San Jose
#98 of 223
public schools
In district
#14 of 41
San Jose Unified
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Herbert Hoover Middle
Herbert Hoover Middle is a public middle school in San Jose, CA, part of San Jose Unified. Herbert Hoover Middle serves approximately 924 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 20.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Herbert Hoover Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,564 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Herbert Hoover Middle show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Herbert Hoover Middle runs 20.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
35% of students at Herbert Hoover Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Herbert Hoover Middle — Students at Herbert Hoover Middle score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.
How Herbert Hoover Middle Compares
See how Herbert Hoover Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1635 Park Ave., San Jose, CA 95126
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Herbert Hoover Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Washington Open Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Santa Clara), which scores notably higher. Another option is Buchser Middle (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Santa Clara), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Luther Burbank Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Merritt Trace Elementary San Jose | 0.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Abraham Lincoln High Testville | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Luther Burbank Elementary San Jose | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| BELLARMINE COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Jose | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Bellarmine College Preparatory San Jose | 0.7 mi | — |
| ST LEO THE GREAT SCHOOL San Jose | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| PACIFIC AUTISM CENTER FOR EDUCATION San Jose | 1.0 mi | — |
| Pacific Autism Center for Education - Sunny Days Campus San Jose | 1.0 mi | — |
| Esther B. Clark School - South Bay San Jose | 1.0 mi | — |
| ESTHER B CLARK SCHOOL - SOUTH BAY San Jose | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Washington Open Elementary Santa Clara | 1.1 mi | 9.2 |
| RENAISSANCE LEARNER ACADEMY San Jose | 1.4 mi | — |
| RENAISSANCE LEARNER ACADEMY San Jose | 1.4 mi | — |
| Buchser Middle Santa Clara | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| BASIS Independent Silicon Valley San Jose | 1.4 mi | — |
| BASIS INDEPENDENT SILICON VALLEY San Jose | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Sherman Oaks Elementary San Jose | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| ST CLARES SCHOOL Santa Clara | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| St. Clare Elementary Santa Clara | 1.5 mi | — |
| Morgan Autism Center San Jose | 1.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95126 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,297
Median Home Value
$1,195,700
Median Rent
$2,544/mo
Population
38,239
College Educated
54.8%
Homeownership
34.2%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
8%
Median Age
34.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Herbert Hoover Middle
What grades does Herbert Hoover Middle serve?
Herbert Hoover Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Herbert Hoover Middle?
Herbert Hoover Middle has an enrollment of approximately 924 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Herbert Hoover Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Herbert Hoover Middle is 20.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Herbert Hoover Middle rank in CA?
Herbert Hoover Middle ranks #3,564 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Herbert Hoover Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Herbert Hoover Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Herbert Hoover Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Herbert Hoover Middle has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Herbert Hoover Middle a charter school?
No, Herbert Hoover Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Herbert Hoover Middle a Title I school?
No, Herbert Hoover Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Herbert Hoover Middle?
63.2% of students at Herbert Hoover Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 924
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.2%
- Phone
- (408) 535-6274
Resources & Links
District
San Jose Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,059
- Schools in District
- 41
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,909
- District Rank
- #14 of 41
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