Serving 885 students in grades 6-8, Holly Shelter Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 885 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holly Shelter Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Holly Shelter Middle School's student population of 885 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
885 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Holly Shelter Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holly Shelter Middle School is 0.68, which is less 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
#1371 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
19%
20%
Black
28%
25%
White
46%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holly Shelter Middle School's ranking?
Holly Shelter Middle School is ranked #1371 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Holly Shelter Middle School often compared to?
Holly Shelter Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emma B Trask Middle School, M C S Noble Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Holly Shelter Middle School?
885 students attend Holly Shelter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Holly Shelter Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holly Shelter Middle School?
Holly Shelter Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Holly Shelter Middle School offer ?
Holly Shelter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Holly Shelter Middle School part of?
Holly Shelter Middle School is part of New Hanover County Schools School District.
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