HERBERT HOOVER MIDDLE SCHOOL

Herbert Hoover Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Edison Township School District school district, located in EDISON, NJ with about 826 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 75 teachers, Herbert Hoover Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Herbert Hoover Middle School, located in Edison, New Jersey, is a prominent public school serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Edison Township Public School District, the school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and for fostering a diverse, inclusive environment that reflects the broader Edison community. The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience, balancing core curriculum requirements with a variety of extracurricular activities, clubs, and sports programs designed to engage students during their critical middle school years.

The school is characterized by its dedication to preparing students for the rigors of high school and beyond through a blend of innovative instruction and character development. Faculty and staff at Herbert Hoover prioritize creating a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to develop critical thinking skills and personal responsibility. With its central location on Jackson Avenue, the school remains a vital pillar of the community, consistently working to maintain strong partnerships between parents, educators, and local stakeholders to ensure the continued success and well-being of its student body.

For more information, contact Herbert Hoover Middle School at (732) 452-2940 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

174 JACKSON AVENUE
EDISON, NJ 08837
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HERBERT HOOVER MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in EDISON, NJ with about 826 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
826
Teachers:
75.8
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 826 students

Asian
38.7%
White
25.8%
Hispanic/Latino
20.2%
Black or African American
12.5%
Two or more races
2.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
49.2%
Male
50.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.