Serving 460 students in grades 5-6, Holt Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holt Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Holt Middle School's student population of 460 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
460 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Holt Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holt Middle School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#368 out of 993 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
13%
20%
White
61%
59%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holt Middle School's ranking?
Holt Middle School is ranked #368 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Holt Middle School often compared to?
Holt Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcnair Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Holt Middle School?
460 students attend Holt Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Holt Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holt Middle School?
Holt Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Holt Middle School offer ?
Holt Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Holt Middle School part of?
Holt Middle School is part of Fayetteville School District.
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