Herbert Hoover High School

Herbert Hoover High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
555 Husky Way,  Elkview, WV
Kanawha County Schools
3.9
5.0
783 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
20:1
Average SAT Score
1090
Average ACT Score
23
Math Proficiency
32%
Reading Proficiency
57%
Average GPA
3.63
Graduation Rate
92%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
B
Teachers
C
College Prep
B+
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
B-
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.63
Reading Proficiency
57%
Math Proficiency
32%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
20:1
Teachers
40
Full Time Teachers
40
Teachers in First or Second Year
2.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1090
Math
530
Verbal
560
Average ACT
23
Math
21
English
23
Reading
24
Science
22
Number of AP Courses
8
AP Pass Rate
0%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
34%
State Average
36.3%
Science
30%
State Average
32.8%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
253:1

Student Diversity

Female
51.5%
Male
48.5%
White
97.3%
Two or more races
1.5%
Hispanic
<1%
Black
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Marshall University 191 Students
West Virginia University 159 Students
West Virginia State University 112 Students
University of Charleston 108 Students
Fairmont State University 70 Students
University of Kentucky 45 Students
Concord University 43 Students
Ohio University 39 Students
Glenville State University 39 Students
The Ohio State University 35 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 54 Students
Psychology 31 Students
Business 27 Students
Biology 27 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 23 Students
Elementary Education 17 Students
Political Science and Government 15 Students
Forensic Science and Technology 15 Students
Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician 14 Students
Accounting 13 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 63 Reviews
4.0 Alum
1/12/2025
I had an amazing time at HHHS. I felt prepared when I went to college and believed I had a great community behind me.
5.0 Senior
9/8/2024
I have had a wonderful experience at Herbert Hoover High School. I have gotten so much help from staff members, and have had wonderful support from other students and teachers
4.0 Junior
12/6/2023
The best parts of my high school are the teachers. They treat every student with respect and kindness.
GreatSchools Reviews
5.0 1 Review
5.0 other
8/22/2016
As I member of the first graduation class the new school was far superior to the older two schools facilities.

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Herbert Hoover High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Elkview, WV, in the Elkview neighborhood, and is served by the Kanawha County Schools in West Virginia. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 783 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 20:1. Academic records show that 32% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 57% are proficient in reading. Herbert Hoover High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.63, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1090 and an ACT score of 23. The average home value in this area is $195,132. Discover additional schools in the area, like Elk Valley Christian School, Elkview Middle School, Bridge Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Elkview has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Herbert Hoover High School.

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