Serving 2,105 students in grades 9-12, Hoover High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,105 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hoover High School's student population of 2,105 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,105 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hoover High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hoover High School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6739 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
77%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hoover High School's ranking?
Hoover High School is ranked #6739 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hoover High School often compared to?
Hoover High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crawford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hoover High School?
The graduation rate of Hoover High School is 84%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hoover High School?
2,105 students attend Hoover High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Hoover High School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hoover High School?
Hoover High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hoover High School offer ?
Hoover High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hoover High School part of?
Hoover High School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Hoover High School located?
Hoover High School is located in the Talmadge neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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