Serving 436 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Holly Tree Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holly Tree Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Holly Tree Elementary School's student population of 436 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
436 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Holly Tree Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holly Tree Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#212 out of 2568 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
4%
25%
White
78%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holly Tree Elementary School's ranking?
Holly Tree Elementary School is ranked #212 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Holly Tree Elementary School often compared to?
Holly Tree Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Masonboro Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Holly Tree Elementary School?
436 students attend Holly Tree Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Holly Tree Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holly Tree Elementary School?
Holly Tree Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Holly Tree Elementary School offer ?
Holly Tree Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Holly Tree Elementary School part of?
Holly Tree Elementary School is part of New Hanover County Schools School District.
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