Hoover Middle School vs Tomlinson Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Michigan, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hoover Middle School
Taylor · Public middle · Grades 6–8
515 students
Tomlinson Middle School
Inkster · Public middle · Grades 6–8
180 students
| Measure | Hoover Middle School Taylor, Michigan | Tomlinson Middle School Inkster, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #435 of 485 | #455 of 485 |
| National rank | #13878 of 15,369 | #14606 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 515 | 180 |
| Enrollment | 515 | 180 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87% | 96.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 17% |
| city | Taylor | Inkster |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hoover Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.4 vs 14.8).
- •Tomlinson Middle School does better on math proficiency (17% vs 16%).
- •Hoover Middle School does better on reading proficiency (26% vs 22%).
- •Hoover Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87% vs 96.7%).
- •Hoover Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 15.0).
- •Hoover Middle School is the larger school with 515 students compared with 180.
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 Hoover Middle School better than Tomlinson Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Hoover Middle School ranks higher (19.4 vs 14.8 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 Hoover Middle School and Tomlinson Middle School?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Taylor and Inkster in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hoover Middle School: 515. Tomlinson Middle School: 180. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hoover Middle School and Tomlinson Middle School rank in Michigan?
Hoover Middle School is 435th of 485 and Tomlinson Middle School is 455th of 485 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).