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Holt Junior High School

Middle School · Holt Public Schools

1784 AURELIUS RD, Holt, MI 48842

Enrollment

701

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

5.0

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#2,501 of 3,192

In Holt

#8 of 8

public schools

In district

#9 of 9

Holt Public Schools

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Holt Junior High School

5.0/10

Middle School in Holt · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.3/10

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About Holt Junior High School

Holt Junior High School is a public middle school in Holt, MI, part of Holt Public Schools. Holt Junior High School serves approximately 701 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Holt Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,501 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Holt Junior High School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • MI avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

45% of students at Holt Junior High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-10.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.1 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
Resources & Environment5.9Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,086
Chronic Absenteeism44.9%

Holt Junior High School — Students at Holt Junior High School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

50.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 34.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.7% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 53.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
49.2% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 32 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
31%
ELA
59%
2012
Math
31%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
29%
ELA
69%
2014
Math
31%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
20%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
20%
ELA
44%
2022
Math
20.5%
ELA
42.5%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How Holt Junior High School Compares

See how Holt Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
22th percentile in MI
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
5.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
51%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
44.9%

Location

1784 AURELIUS RD, Holt, MI 48842

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holt Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Washington Woods Middle School (rated 5.2/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Hope Middle School (rated 5.1/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Holt, see our Holt schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Sycamore Elementary School Holt 0.1 mi 6.3
Hope Middle School Holt 0.6 mi 5.1
Elliott Elementary School Holt 0.8 mi 5.7
Wilcox Elementary School Holt 0.8 mi 6.8
HOLT LUTHERAN SCHOOL AND SONSHINE ECC Holt 1.2 mi 7.8
CAPITOL CITY BAPTIST SCHOOL Holt 1.9 mi 6.7
North School Lansing 2.8 mi 2.6
LANSING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lansing 3.0 mi 6.0
Washington Woods Middle School Holt 2.4 mi 5.2
North Aurelius Elementary School Mason 3.4 mi 6.4
Ingham County Youth Center Lansing 3.3 mi
Horizon Elementary School Holt 2.7 mi 5.5
Holt Senior High School Holt 2.7 mi 7.5
LANSING BAPTIST SCHOOL Lansing 3.7 mi
Gardner International School Lansing 3.6 mi 5.8
Attwood School Lansing 3.5 mi 5.0
Cavanaugh School Lansing 4.1 mi 8.6
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY Lansing 4.2 mi 8.0
Forest View School Lansing 4.4 mi 6.1
Beekman Center Lansing 4.5 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48842 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,830

Median Home Value

$211,500

Median Rent

$1,245/mo

Population

21,504

College Educated

39.4%

Homeownership

65.8%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

11.8%

Median Age

39.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Holt Junior High School

What grades does Holt Junior High School serve?

Holt Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Holt Junior High School?

Holt Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 701 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Holt Junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Holt Junior High School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Holt Junior High School rank in MI?

Holt Junior High School ranks #2,501 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Holt Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Holt Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Holt Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Holt Junior High School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Holt Junior High School a charter school?

No, Holt Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Holt Junior High School a Title I school?

No, Holt Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Holt Junior High School?

50.5% of students at Holt Junior High School 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
701
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
50.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ingham County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
44.9%

District

Holt Public Schools
District Enrollment
4,786
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,086
District Rank
#9 of 9

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