Serving 1,624 students in grades 6-8, Holly Grove Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 52% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,624 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holly Grove Middle School's student population of 1,624 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,624 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Holly Grove Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holly Grove Middle School is 0.54, 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
#643 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
12%
25%
White
65%
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
14%
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 Grove Middle School's ranking?
Holly Grove Middle School is ranked #643 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Holly Grove Middle School often compared to?
Holly Grove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holly Ridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Holly Grove Middle School?
1,624 students attend Holly Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Holly Grove Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% 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 Grove Middle School?
Holly Grove Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Holly Grove Middle School offer ?
Holly Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Holly Grove Middle School part of?
Holly Grove Middle School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
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