Herbert Hoover Middle vs Tenaya Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Herbert Hoover Middle
Merced · Public middle · Grades 7–8
629 students
Tenaya Middle
Merced · Public middle · Grades 7–8
607 students
| Measure | Herbert Hoover Middle Merced, California | Tenaya Middle Merced, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #994 of 1,334 | #1267 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #13938 of 15,369 | #15121 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 629 | 607 |
| Enrollment | 629 | 607 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.3% | 91.6% |
| Students per teacher | 30.0 | 27.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 12% |
| city | Merced | Merced |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Herbert Hoover Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.0 vs 9.7).
- •Herbert Hoover Middle does better on math proficiency (20% vs 12%).
- •Herbert Hoover Middle does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 29%).
- •Herbert Hoover Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.3% vs 91.6%).
- •Tenaya Middle does better on students per teacher (27.6 vs 30.0).
- •Herbert Hoover Middle is the larger school with 629 students compared with 607.
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 Herbert Hoover Middle better than Tenaya Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Herbert Hoover Middle ranks higher (19.0 vs 9.7 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 Herbert Hoover Middle and Tenaya Middle?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Merced and Merced in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Herbert Hoover Middle: 629. Tenaya Middle: 607. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Herbert Hoover Middle and Tenaya Middle rank in California?
Herbert Hoover Middle is 994th of 1,334 and Tenaya Middle is 1267th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).