Serving 247 students in grades 4-6, Holly Springs Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holly Springs Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Holly Springs Intermediate School's student population of 247 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Holly Springs Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holly Springs Intermediate School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#676 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
4%
Black
92%
47%
White
4%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holly Springs Intermediate School's ranking?
Holly Springs Intermediate School is ranked #676 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Holly Springs Intermediate School?
247 students attend Holly Springs Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Holly Springs Intermediate School students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holly Springs Intermediate School?
Holly Springs Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Holly Springs Intermediate School offer ?
Holly Springs Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Holly Springs Intermediate School part of?
Holly Springs Intermediate School is part of Holly Springs School Dist School District.
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