Summary:
In zip code 32903, there is one middle school, Herbert C. Hoover Middle School, serving grades 7 and 8 with 473 students in the Indialantic area, part of the Brevard County school district.
Herbert C. Hoover Middle School is a standout performer, consistently earning a 4-star rating and ranking in the top 25% of Florida middle schools over the past three years. The school excels in nearly every subject, with particularly strong results in advanced math pathways: 97% of students are proficient in Geometry and 80% in Algebra 1, far exceeding state averages. Humanities and sciences are also robust, with 78% proficiency in 7th grade ELA and 69% in 8th grade Science. The school’s chronic absenteeism rate of 13.3% is less than half the state average of 31.4%, indicating a highly engaged student body. However, there is a notable weakness in 7th grade math, where only 43% of students are proficient—10 points below the state average—suggesting a gap in supporting grade-level math skills. Additionally, 8th grade math proficiency dropped sharply from 54% to 35% in one year, while 7th grade math saw a 33-point increase, highlighting significant volatility in math performance.
Overall, Herbert C. Hoover Middle School is a high-achieving school with strong academics, low absenteeism, and a relatively low economic disadvantage rate of 30.87%. While it excels in advanced courses and humanities, parents should be aware of the challenges in 7th grade math and the year-over-year swings in math scores. The school’s per-student spending of $11,960 and student-teacher ratio of 16.3:1 support its positive outcomes, making it a top choice in the area for families seeking a well-rounded education.
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