Serving 332 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Holly Springs Primary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Holly Springs Primary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Holly Springs, MS, encompassing approximately 180 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and the furthest boundary being 13.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holly Springs Primary School's student population of 332 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
332 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Holly Springs Primary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holly Springs Primary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#722 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
7%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
89%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.5%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holly Springs Primary School's ranking?
Holly Springs Primary School is ranked #722 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Holly Springs Primary School?
332 students attend Holly Springs Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Holly Springs Primary School students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holly Springs Primary School?
Holly Springs Primary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Holly Springs Primary School offer ?
Holly Springs Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holly Springs Primary School part of?
Holly Springs Primary School is part of Holly Springs School District.
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