Serving 394 students in grades 6-8, Hoover Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hoover Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hoover Middle School's student population of 394 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
394 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hoover Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hoover Middle School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#243 out of 810 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
7%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
52%
62%
Black
3%
2%
White
31%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hoover Middle School's ranking?
Hoover Middle School is ranked #243 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Hoover Middle School often compared to?
Hoover Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eisenhower Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Hoover Middle School?
394 students attend Hoover Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Hoover Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hoover Middle School?
Hoover Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hoover Middle School offer ?
Hoover Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hoover Middle School part of?
Hoover Middle School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Hoover Middle School located?
Hoover Middle School is located in the Holiday Park neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 1 other public schools located in Holiday Park.
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