Serving 701 students in grades 7-8, Holt Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 701 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holt Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Holt Junior High School's student population of 701 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
701 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 20, 2025
School Rankings
Holt Junior High 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 Holt Junior High School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1845 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
15%
9%
Black
15%
18%
White
52%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holt Junior High School's ranking?
Holt Junior High School is ranked #1845 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Holt Junior High School often compared to?
Holt Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Lansing High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Holt Junior High School?
701 students attend Holt Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Holt Junior High School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holt Junior High School?
Holt Junior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Holt Junior High School offer ?
Holt Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Holt Junior High School part of?
Holt Junior High School is part of Holt School District.
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