Serving 789 students in grades 9-12, Herbert Hoover High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 789 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herbert Hoover High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Herbert Hoover High School's student population of 789 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
789 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Herbert Hoover High School ranks within the top 30% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herbert Hoover High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#161 out of 627 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
97%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
91%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herbert Hoover High School's ranking?
Herbert Hoover High School is ranked #161 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Herbert Hoover High School often compared to?
Herbert Hoover High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Charleston High School, George Washington High School, Capital High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Herbert Hoover High School?
The graduation rate of Herbert Hoover High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Herbert Hoover High School?
789 students attend Herbert Hoover High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Herbert Hoover High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Herbert Hoover High School?
Herbert Hoover High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Herbert Hoover High School offer ?
Herbert Hoover High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Herbert Hoover High School part of?
Herbert Hoover High School is part of Kanawha County Schools School District.
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