Serving 879 students in grades 7-8, Holt Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 879 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holt Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Holt Junior High School's student population of 879 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
879 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Holt Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holt Junior High School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1921 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
14%
9%
Black
13%
18%
White
56%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holt Junior High School's ranking?
Holt Junior High School is ranked #1921 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Holt Junior High School often compared to?
Holt Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Lansing High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Holt Junior High School?
879 students attend Holt Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Holt Junior High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holt Junior High School?
Holt Junior High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Holt Junior High School offer ?
Holt Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Holt Junior High School part of?
Holt Junior High School is part of Holt Public Schools School District.
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