Hoover High School
8 May 2023 / by Crystal Brown
About Hoover High School
Hoover High School is a public high school located in Glendale, Arizona. It is part of the Glendale Union High School District and has been in operation since 1962. The school serves over 2,000 students in grades 9-12, and is known for its strong academic and extracurricular programs.
Hoover High School offers a wide range of courses and programs, including Advanced Placement and honors classes, as well as career and technical education. The school also offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, clubs, and activities. Hoover High School has a long tradition of excellence in academics, athletics, and the arts.
The school also has a strong commitment to the community, and is actively involved in local and regional events. Hoover High School is proud to be a part of the Glendale Union High School District and is dedicated to providing a quality education for all its students.
Address:
1000 Buccaneer Drive
Birmingham, AL 35244Phone:
(205) 439-1200
Site:
Grades:
9 – 12
Enrollment:
2,766 students
Overview Hoover High School
Hoover High School serves 2,766 students in grades 9-12.
Hoover High School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Verdict on Hoover High School
Hoover High School is ranked within the top 30% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Hoover High School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
