Serving 724 students in grades 7-8, Holub Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 724 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holub Middle School's student population of 724 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
724 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Holub Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holub Middle School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5701 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
67%
53%
Black
21%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holub Middle School's ranking?
Holub Middle School is ranked #5701 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Holub Middle School?
724 students attend Holub Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Holub Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holub Middle School?
Holub Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Holub Middle School offer ?
Holub Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Holub Middle School part of?
Holub Middle School is part of Alief Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Holub Middle School located?
Holub Middle School is located in the Alief neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 32 other public schools located in Alief.
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