Serving 257 students in grades 6-8, Holtville Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Holtville Junior High serves the entire Holtville, CA district, encompassing an extensive area of approximately 668.5 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being around 12.4 miles and the furthest edge located 28.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holtville Middle School's student population of 257 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
257 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2017
School Rankings
Holtville Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holtville Middle School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3822 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
95%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holtville Middle School's ranking?
Holtville Middle School is ranked #3822 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Holtville Middle School?
257 students attend Holtville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Holtville Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holtville Middle School?
Holtville Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Holtville Middle School offer ?
Holtville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Holtville Middle School part of?
Holtville Middle School is part of Holtville Unified School District.
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