Serving 751 students in grades 6-8, Holbrook Middle School 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 36% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 751 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holbrook Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Holbrook Middle School's student population of 751 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
751 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Holbrook Middle School 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 Holbrook Middle School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1677 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
22%
20%
Black
33%
25%
White
38%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holbrook Middle School's ranking?
Holbrook Middle School is ranked #1677 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Holbrook Middle School often compared to?
Holbrook Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belmont Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Holbrook Middle School?
751 students attend Holbrook Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Holbrook Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holbrook Middle School?
Holbrook Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Holbrook Middle School offer ?
Holbrook Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Holbrook Middle School part of?
Holbrook Middle School is part of Gaston County Schools School District.
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