Serving 735 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Holly Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 735 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Holly Ridge Elementary serves the southwest part of Holly Springs, NC, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holly Ridge 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 Ridge Elementary School's student population of 735 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
735 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Holly Ridge 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 Ridge Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#154 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)84%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-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
17%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holly Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Holly Ridge Elementary School is ranked #154 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Holly Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Holly Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holly Springs Elementary School, Holly Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Holly Ridge Elementary School?
735 students attend Holly Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Holly Ridge Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holly Ridge Elementary School?
Holly Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Holly Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Holly Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holly Ridge Elementary School part of?
Holly Ridge Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
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