Serving 408 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Patterson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Patterson Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Holly, MI, covering approximately 97.9 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Patterson Elementary School's student population of 408 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
408 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Patterson Elementary 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 Patterson Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#1651 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
84%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patterson Elementary School's ranking?
Patterson Elementary School is ranked #1651 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Patterson Elementary School often compared to?
Patterson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holly Elementary School, Holly Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Patterson Elementary School?
408 students attend Patterson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Patterson Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Patterson Elementary School?
Patterson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Patterson Elementary School offer ?
Patterson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Patterson Elementary School part of?
Patterson Elementary School is part of Holly Area School District.
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