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Herbert Hoover Middle

San Jose Unified · Santa Clara County · 1635 Park Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126-2123

(408) 535-6274

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4/10
#864
Rank 864 out of 1,315
Top 66%
English Language Arts3/10 · #973 · 26th percentile
Mathematics4/10 · #862 · 35th percentile
Science6/10 · #622 · 53rd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Herbert Hoover Middle sits in the heart of San Jose's vibrant West Side, a dense, diverse urban neighborhood where families are deeply rooted in the community. The school shows particular strength in science relative to its English and math scores, which may appeal to families looking for hands-on STEM engagement in a multicultural setting. San Jose's 95126 zip code is lively and well-connected — close to downtown, local parks, and the energy of one of California's largest cities — making Hoover a natural fit for families who embrace an urban lifestyle and value a school that reflects the rich diversity of the surrounding neighborhood.

Student Demographics

835 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
650 (78%)
White
83 (10%)
Multiple Races
37 (4%)
Asian
25 (3%)
African American
25 (3%)
Filipino
15 (2%)
Other
1 (0%)

Key Indicators

English Learners374 (45%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged562 (67%)
Students with Disabilities139 (17%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

910
Enrollment
49
Teachers (FTE)
18.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
4
Administrators (FTE)
20
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs10/10 · #58 · 96th percentile

328 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found