Serving 601 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Holly Hill Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Holly Hill School serves families in the northeast part of Daytona Beach, Florida, covering an area of approximately 5.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the school's edge and the furthest point being about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holly Hill Elementary School's student population of 601 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
601 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Holly Hill Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holly Hill Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#3359 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Hispanic
24%
38%
Black
38%
21%
White
30%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)87.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holly Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Holly Hill Elementary School is ranked #3359 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Holly Hill Elementary School?
601 students attend Holly Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Holly Hill Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holly Hill Elementary School?
Holly Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Holly Hill Elementary School offer ?
Holly Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holly Hill Elementary School part of?
Holly Hill Elementary School is part of Volusia School District.
In what neighborhood is Holly Hill Elementary School located?
Holly Hill Elementary School is located in the Fleming Fitch Grant neighborhood of Daytona Beach, FL.
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