Serving 173 students in grades 6-8, Holton Middle 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 173 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Holton Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Holton, MI school district, encompassing approximately 97.8 square miles. This area typically requires a 10-15 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holton Middle School's student population of 173 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
173 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Holton Middle 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 Holton Middle School is 0.24, which is less 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
#2350 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holton Middle School's ranking?
Holton Middle School is ranked #2350 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Holton Middle School?
173 students attend Holton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Holton Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holton Middle School?
Holton Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
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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