Serving 162 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hollister Elementary Leadership Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hollister Elementary Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Hollister Elementary Leadership Academy's student population of 162 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
162 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hollister Elementary Leadership Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hollister Elementary Leadership Academy 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
#2248 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
45%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
1%
20%
Black
49%
25%
White
n/a
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
98%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hollister Elementary Leadership Academy's ranking?
Hollister Elementary Leadership Academy is ranked #2248 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Hollister Elementary Leadership Academy often compared to?
Hollister Elementary Leadership Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy, Scotland Neck Elementary Leadership Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Hollister Elementary Leadership Academy?
162 students attend Hollister Elementary Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Hollister Elementary Leadership Academy students are Black, 45% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hollister Elementary Leadership Academy?
Hollister Elementary Leadership Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hollister Elementary Leadership Academy offer ?
Hollister Elementary Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hollister Elementary Leadership Academy part of?
Hollister Elementary Leadership Academy is part of Halifax County Schools School District.
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