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Holland Elementary

Elementary School · Holland

28 Sturbridge Road, Holland, MA 01521

Enrollment

226

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#726 of 1,793

Academic growth

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Holland Elementary

6.7/10

Elementary School in Holland · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Wales Elementary

3.7/10

3.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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8.7/10

4.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Holland Elementary

Holland Elementary is a public elementary school in Holland, MA, part of Holland. Holland Elementary serves approximately 226 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Holland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #726 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Holland Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above MA schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Holland Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.8% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.2% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+5.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.4 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-4.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,810
Chronic Absenteeism15%

Holland Elementary — Students at Holland Elementary score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 48.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.7% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 96 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
50.6%
ELA
52.4%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
49.8%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
41.8%
ELA
55.8%
2022
Math
46.4%
ELA
40.2%
2023
Math
56.3%
ELA
42.3%
2024
Math
53%
ELA
35.5%
2025
Math
47.8%
ELA
41.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.5/10.

How Holland Elementary Compares

See how Holland Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
60th percentile in MA
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
5.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

Location

28 Sturbridge Road, Holland, MA 01521

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holland Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brimfield Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Brimfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Eastford Road (rated 6.8/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Southbridge), with a very similar rating. Additionally, TRINITY CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 6.1/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Southbridge), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Holland, see our Holland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Wales Elementary Wales 3.2 mi 3.7
Brimfield Elementary Brimfield 4.3 mi 8.7
Old Sturbridge Academy Charter Public School Sturbridge 4.3 mi 3.8
Union School Union 5.4 mi 4.4
Burgess Elementary Sturbridge 4.7 mi 5.2
Tantasqua Regional Sr High Fiskdale 6.7 mi 7.3
Tantasqua Regional Vocational Fiskdale 6.7 mi 4.8
Tantasqua Regional Jr High Fiskdale 6.8 mi 6.6
West Street Southbridge 5.7 mi 5.2
WARREN SDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Brookfield 7.9 mi
Southbridge Academy Southbridge 6.2 mi 5.2
Eastford Road Southbridge 6.2 mi 6.8
TRINITY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Southbridge 6.4 mi 6.1
Charlton Street Southbridge 7.1 mi 4.1
Warren Elementary West Warren 9.3 mi 4.1
Southbridge Middle School Southbridge 8.0 mi 7.2
Southbridge High School Southbridge 8.0 mi 4.5
Quaboag Regional High Warren 10.8 mi 4.9
Quaboag Regional Middle Innovation School Warren 10.8 mi 3.5
Quaboag Integrated Preschool Warren 10.8 mi 3.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01521 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,806

Median Home Value

$288,700

Median Rent

$1,750/mo

Population

2,576

College Educated

34.2%

Homeownership

96%

Avg Commute

35.5 min

Poverty Rate

5%

Median Age

49.5

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Kensington International School Springfield, MA 6.7
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Holland Elementary

What grades does Holland Elementary serve?

Holland Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Holland Elementary?

Holland Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 226 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Holland Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Holland Elementary is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Holland Elementary rank in MA?

Holland Elementary ranks #726 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Holland Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Holland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Holland Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Holland Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Holland Elementary a charter school?

No, Holland Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Holland Elementary a Title I school?

No, Holland Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Hampden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

District

Holland
District Enrollment
226
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,810
District Rank
#1 of 1

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