Serving 889 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Holly Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 889 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Holly Grove Elementary serves the southwest part of Holly Springs, NC, covering an area of approximately 45.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.2 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 8.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holly Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Holly Grove Elementary School's student population of 889 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
889 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Holly Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holly Grove Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#200 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)81%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
15%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holly Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Holly Grove Elementary School is ranked #200 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Holly Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Holly Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holly Springs Elementary School, Holly Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Holly Grove Elementary School?
889 students attend Holly Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Holly Grove Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holly Grove Elementary School?
Holly Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Holly Grove Elementary School offer ?
Holly Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holly Grove Elementary School part of?
Holly Grove Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
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