For the 2025-26 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 (2025-26)
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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