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December 12, 2025
HCS Announces 2026-2027 Teachers of the Year
HCS 2026-2027 Teachers of the Year Hoover City Schools is excited to announce the district’s 20...
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November 21, 2025
HCS Continues a Record-High "95 A" Grade on 2025 State Report Card
Hoover City Schools is proud to announce that the district has earned an A on the 2025 Alabama State Report Card, maintaining last year’s record-high score of 95 for the second year in a row. This ...
October 7, 2025
HCS School Calendar 2026–2027
The Hoover City Schools Board of Education approved the 2026–2027 School Calendar during the October Board Meeting. You can view the approved calendar by visiting the HCS website and selecting Down...
October 3, 2025
Recommendations Open for the 2026 Finley Character Awards
Each year, HCS and the Finley Committee honor individuals in our schools who exemplify outstanding character. One employee and a twelfth-grade student from each high school will be recognized and c...
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Hoover City Schools, serving the vibrant city of Hoover within the Birmingham metropolitan area, is a leader in education with a commitment to excellence. Our 16 schools, including 10 elementary, one intermediate, three middle, and two high schools, are guided by a dedicated five-member Board of Education. Appointed by the Hoover City Council, this board ensures our system thrives academically and operationally. We proudly boast a high number of National Board-Certified Teachers and Alabama Teachers of the Year. Our students consistently achieve ACT scores above state and national averages, reflecting our strong emphasis on instruction and our dedication to maintaining safe, clean, and inspiring learning environments.
Our Mission
In a safe, caring atmosphere of teaching and learning, Hoover City Schools provides each student with opportunities to develop exemplary character and achieve personal excellence through a rigorous and relevant curriculum.
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Fast Facts
13,000+
K-12 Student Enrollment
16
Schools
2,000
Number of Employees
18
Campuses
98.5%
2025 District Graduation Rate
71%
Qualifying Scores on AP Exams
17
National Merit Finalists
17
Specialized Career Academy Graduation Pathways