Serving 713 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 24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 713 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Holt Junior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Holt, MI, covering an area of approximately 32.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holt Junior High School's student population of 713 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
713 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
Holt Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holt Junior High School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1845 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Black
16%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
White
51%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Two or more races
14%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
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 #1845 out of 3,025 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Holt Junior High School?
713 students attend Holt Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Holt Junior High School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holt Junior High School?
Holt Junior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Holt Junior High School offer ?
Holt Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Holt Junior High School part of?
Holt Junior High School is part of Holt School District.
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