For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,462 students in Holt, MI (there are 4 private schools, serving 265 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Holt, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Holt, MI are Wilcox Elementary School, Horizon Elementary School and Holt Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Holt, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Holt have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Holt, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wilcox Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1650 Laurelwood Dr
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-0249
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-0249
Gr: K-4 | 351 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Horizon Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5776 Holt Rd
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 694-4224
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 694-4224
Gr: K-4 | 390 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Holt Senior High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5885 Holt Rd
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 694-2162
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 694-2162
Gr: 9-12 | 1,569 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #44.
Elliott Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4200 Bond Ave
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-2106
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-2106
Gr: K-4 | 391 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #55.
Sycamore Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4429 Sycamore St
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-2185
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-2185
Gr: K-4 | 352 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #66.
Washington Woods Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2055 S Washington Rd
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-0250
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-0250
Gr: 5-6 | 370 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #77.
Holt Junior High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1784 Aurelius Rd
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 694-7117
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 694-7117
Gr: 7-8 | 701 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #88.
Hope Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2020 Park Ln
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-2194
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-2194
Gr: 5-6 | 338 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Holt, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Edtrek Elementary School (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
4610 Spahr Avenue
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-3329
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-3329
Gr: 9-12 | 66 students Minority enrollment: 47%
Holt Central High School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
2168 Cedar St
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-1515
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-1515
Gr: 9-12 | 160 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
5780 Holt Rd
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 694-4370
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 694-4370
Gr: 12 | 402 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Holt, MI?
The top ranked public schools in Holt, MI include Wilcox Elementary School, Horizon Elementary School and Holt Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in Holt?
8 public schools are located in Holt.
What percentage of students in Holt go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Holt are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Holt?
Holt public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Holt are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Holt include: Horizon Elementary School vs. Wilcox Elementary School, Wilcox Elementary School vs. Horizon Elementary School
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