Serving 712 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 37% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 712 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Holbrook Middle serves the southeastern part of Lowell, NC, covering an area of approximately 18.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holbrook Middle School's student population of 712 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
712 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Holbrook Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holbrook Middle School is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1843 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)37%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
28%
22%
Black
31%
24%
White
34%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
3%
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 #1843 out of 2,617 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 Cramerton Middle School, Belmont Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Holbrook Middle School?
712 students attend Holbrook Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Holbrook Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 28% 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 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Holbrook Middle School offer ?
Holbrook Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holbrook Middle School part of?
Holbrook Middle School is part of Gaston County Schools.
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