Serving 307 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Holmes School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holmes School's student population of 307 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
307 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Holmes School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holmes School is 0.46, 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
#2808 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
24%
29%
Black
70%
16%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holmes School's ranking?
Holmes School is ranked #2808 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Holmes School?
307 students attend Holmes School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Holmes School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holmes School?
Holmes School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Holmes School offer ?
Holmes School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Holmes School part of?
Holmes School is part of Mount Vernon School District.
In what neighborhood is Holmes School located?
Holmes School is located in the Oakwood Heights neighborhood of Mount Vernon, NY.
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