Serving 280 students in grades 6-8, Holden Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holden Middle School's student population of 280 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
280 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Holden Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holden Middle School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1174 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
90%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holden Middle School's ranking?
Holden Middle School is ranked #1174 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Holden Middle School often compared to?
Holden Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sherwood Middle School, Pleasant Hill Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Holden Middle School?
280 students attend Holden Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Holden Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holden Middle School?
Holden Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Holden Middle School offer ?
Holden Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holden Middle School part of?
Holden Middle School is part of Holden R-III School District.
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