Very Good
#1070 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 34% in state
Holmes Elementary
Elementary School · Ypsilanti Community Schools
1255 HOLMES RD, Ypsilanti, MI 48198
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,070 of 3,192
In Ypsilanti
#8 of 28
public schools
In district
#3 of 12
Ypsilanti Community Schools
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Holmes Elementary
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About Holmes Elementary
Holmes Elementary is a public elementary school in Ypsilanti, MI, part of Ypsilanti Community Schools. Holmes Elementary serves approximately 246 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Holmes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,070 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Holmes Elementary show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 5.4
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Holmes Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Holmes Elementary — Students at Holmes Elementary score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.9/10.
How Holmes Elementary Compares
See how Holmes Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1255 HOLMES RD, Ypsilanti, MI 48198
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holmes Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Global Tech Academy (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Ypsilanti International Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Achieve Charter Academy (rated 7.3/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Canton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Ypsilanti, see our Ypsilanti schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48198 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,678
Median Home Value
$178,300
Median Rent
$1,197/mo
Population
39,507
College Educated
34.5%
Homeownership
58.6%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
19.5%
Median Age
33.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holmes Elementary
What grades does Holmes Elementary serve?
Holmes Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Holmes Elementary?
Holmes Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 246 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holmes Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Holmes Elementary is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Holmes Elementary rank in MI?
Holmes Elementary ranks #1,070 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Holmes Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Holmes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Holmes Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Holmes Elementary has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
Is Holmes Elementary a charter school?
No, Holmes Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Holmes Elementary a Title I school?
No, Holmes Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Holmes Elementary?
87.4% of students at Holmes Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 246
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Washtenaw County
- Phone
- (734) 221-2100
Resources & Links
District
Ypsilanti Community Schools- District Enrollment
- 3,747
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,355
- District Rank
- #3 of 12
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