Serving 1,538 students in grades 9-12, Herbert Hoover High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,538 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herbert Hoover High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Herbert Hoover High School's student population of 1,538 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Tornado
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,538 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Year Founded
1929
School Colors
White, Purple
School Rankings
Herbert Hoover High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herbert Hoover High School is 0.50, 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
#4066 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
22%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
67%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herbert Hoover High School's ranking?
Herbert Hoover High School is ranked #4066 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Herbert Hoover High School often compared to?
Herbert Hoover High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burbank High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Herbert Hoover High School?
The graduation rate of Herbert Hoover High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Herbert Hoover High School?
1,538 students attend Herbert Hoover High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Herbert Hoover High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Herbert Hoover High School?
Herbert Hoover High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Herbert Hoover High School offer ?
Herbert Hoover High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Herbert Hoover High School part of?
Herbert Hoover High School is part of Glendale Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Herbert Hoover High School located?
Herbert Hoover High School is located in the Glenwood neighborhood of Glendale, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Glenwood.
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