Serving 220 students in grades 6-8, Holton Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Holton Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Holton, KS school district, covering approximately 163.4 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.1 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 13.2 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holton Middle School's student population of 220 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
220 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Holton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holton Middle School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#868 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
78%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holton Middle School's ranking?
Holton Middle School is ranked #868 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Holton Middle School?
220 students attend Holton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Holton Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holton Middle School?
Holton Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Holton Middle School offer ?
Holton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holton Middle School part of?
Holton Middle School is part of Holton School District.
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