Serving 753 students in grades 5-7, Herbert Hoover Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 753 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herbert Hoover Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Herbert Hoover Middle School's student population of 753 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
753 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Herbert Hoover Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herbert Hoover Middle School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3551 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
10%
29%
Black
10%
16%
White
68%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herbert Hoover Middle School's ranking?
Herbert Hoover Middle School is ranked #3551 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Herbert Hoover Middle School?
753 students attend Herbert Hoover Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Herbert Hoover Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Herbert Hoover Middle School?
Herbert Hoover Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Herbert Hoover Middle School offer ?
Herbert Hoover Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-7 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Herbert Hoover Middle School part of?
Herbert Hoover Middle School is part of Kenmore-Tonawanda Union Free School District.
In what neighborhood is Herbert Hoover Middle School located?
Herbert Hoover Middle School is located in the Paramount neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Paramount.
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