Serving 1,076 students in grades 6-8, Holly Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,076 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holly Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Holly Ridge Middle School's student population of 1,076 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,076 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Holly Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holly Ridge Middle School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#505 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
14%
25%
White
63%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holly Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Holly Ridge Middle School is ranked #505 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Holly Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Holly Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holly Grove Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Holly Ridge Middle School?
1,076 students attend Holly Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Holly Ridge Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holly Ridge Middle School?
Holly Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Holly Ridge Middle School offer ?
Holly Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Holly Ridge Middle School part of?
Holly Ridge Middle School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
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