Serving 218 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Holland Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Holland Elementary serves the southern part of Springfield, MO, encompassing an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holland Elementary School's student population of 218 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
218 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Promoting the academic, social and emotional development of each child in a safe environment.
School Rankings
Holland Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holland Elementary School is 0.55, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1475 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Holland Hawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holland Elementary School's ranking?
Holland Elementary School is ranked #1475 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Holland Elementary School often compared to?
Holland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cowden Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Holland Elementary School?
218 students attend Holland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Holland Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holland Elementary School?
Holland Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Holland Elementary School offer ?
Holland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holland Elementary School part of?
Holland Elementary School is part of Springfield R-XII School District.
In what neighborhood is Holland Elementary School located?
Holland Elementary School is located in the Seminole Holland neighborhood of Springfield, MO.
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