Albany Middle vs Herbert Hoover Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 71 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Albany Middle
Albany · Public middle · Grades 6–8
911 students
Herbert Hoover Middle
San Jose · Public middle · Grades 6–8
910 students
| Measure | Albany Middle Albany, California | Herbert Hoover Middle San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #116 of 1,334 | #725 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #2049 of 15,369 | #11942 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 911 | 910 |
| Enrollment | 911 | 910 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.7% | 63% |
| Students per teacher | 19.8 | 18.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 78% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 70% | 27% |
| city | Albany | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Albany Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.7 vs 29.9).
- •Albany Middle does better on math proficiency (70% vs 27%).
- •Albany Middle does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 40%).
- •Albany Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.7% vs 63%).
- •Herbert Hoover Middle does better on students per teacher (18.6 vs 19.8).
- •Albany Middle is the larger school with 911 students compared with 910.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Albany Middle better than Herbert Hoover Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Albany Middle ranks higher (76.7 vs 29.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Albany Middle and Herbert Hoover Middle?
About 71 km in a straight line, between Albany and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Albany Middle: 911. Herbert Hoover Middle: 910. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Albany Middle and Herbert Hoover Middle rank in California?
Albany Middle is 116th of 1,334 and Herbert Hoover Middle is 725th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).