Serving 955 students in grades 6-8, Holly Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 955 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Holly Ridge Middle serves the southwest part of Holly Springs, NC, covering an attendance area of approximately 15.1 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 13.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holly Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Holly Ridge Middle School's student population of 955 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
955 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Holly Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holly Ridge Middle School is 0.58, 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
#557 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)66%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
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)20.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-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 Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Holly Ridge Middle School is ranked #557 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Holly Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Holly Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holly Grove Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Holly Ridge Middle School?
955 students attend Holly Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Holly Ridge Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holly Ridge Middle School?
Holly Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Holly Ridge Middle School offer ?
Holly Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holly Ridge Middle School part of?
Holly Ridge Middle School is part of Wake County Schools.
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