Serving 357 students in grades 6-8, Holdrum Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holdrum Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Holdrum Middle School's student population of 357 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
357 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Holdrum Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holdrum Middle School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#259 out of 2183 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
4%
32%
Black
1%
15%
White
78%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
30%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holdrum Middle School's ranking?
Holdrum Middle School is ranked #259 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Holdrum Middle School often compared to?
Holdrum Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Franklin Middle School, Emil A. Cavallini Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Holdrum Middle School?
357 students attend Holdrum Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Holdrum Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holdrum Middle School?
Holdrum Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Holdrum Middle School offer ?
Holdrum Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Holdrum Middle School part of?
Holdrum Middle School is part of River Vale Public School District.
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