Serving 801 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 45% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower 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 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 801 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holly Shelter Middle School's student population of 801 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
801 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Holly Shelter Middle will provide a safe and engaging learning environment which will ensure success in the 21st century.
School Rankings
Holly Shelter Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 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 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1438 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)45%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
24%
22%
Black
20%
24%
White
47%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
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 #1438 out of 2,617 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?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Holly Shelter Middle School?
801 students attend Holly Shelter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Holly Shelter Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 6% 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 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Holly Shelter Middle School offer ?
Holly Shelter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holly Shelter Middle School part of?
Holly Shelter Middle School is part of New Hanover County Schools.
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