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#815 of 863 schools in MS

Holly Springs Junior High School

Middle School · HOLLY SPRINGS SCHOOL DIST

325 EAST FALCONER, Holly Springs, MS 38635

Enrollment

146

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

3.5

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Mississippi schools

#815 of 863

In Holly Springs

#7 of 7

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

HOLLY SPRINGS SCHOOL DIST

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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3.5/10

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About Holly Springs Junior High School

Holly Springs Junior High School is a public middle school in Holly Springs, MS, part of HOLLY SPRINGS SCHOOL DIST. Holly Springs Junior High School serves approximately 146 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Holly Springs Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #815 of 863 schools in MS.

Structured state assessment records for Holly Springs Junior High School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.5
  • MS avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

At 146 students, Holly Springs Junior High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

34% of students at Holly Springs 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 Progress1.9Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2.99 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.8Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28.3% (2025 MAAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency19.4% (2025 MAAP)
Math vs. State Avg-27.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.9 pts
Overall Proficiency24% (2025 MAAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 MAAP)
vs. Expected-15.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,958
Chronic Absenteeism33.6%

Holly Springs Junior High School — Students at Holly Springs Junior High School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MS MAAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 33.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.8% (2025 MAAP)
ELA Proficiency 28.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (2025 MAAP)

Based on 33 test records from MS state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
60%
ELA
43%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
44%
2011
Math
70%
ELA
54%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
39%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
11%
ELA
23%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
15%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2025
Math
28.3%
ELA
19.4%

* 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: 1.9/10.

How Holly Springs Junior High School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.5/10
6th percentile in MS
Academic
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
11 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.6%

Location

325 EAST FALCONER, Holly Springs, MS 38635

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holly Springs Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Collierville Middle School (rated 7.6/10, 21.8 miles away, in nearby Collierville), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLLY SPRINGS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BYHALIA MIDDLE SCHOOL (5-8) (rated 4.1/10, 15.8 miles away, in nearby Byhalia), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Holly Springs, see our Holly Springs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 21.8 mi
School Distance Rating
HOLLY SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL Holly Springs 0.1 mi 3.5
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Holly Springs 0.5 mi 7.6
HOLLY SPRINGS PRIMARY SCHOOL Holly Springs 0.6 mi 7.7
HOLLY SPRINGS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Holly Springs 0.7 mi 5.4
MARSHALL ACADEMY Holly Springs 1.3 mi 6.0
GALENA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (K-7) Holly Springs 10.7 mi 5.8
MARY REID SCHOOL (K-4) Potts Camp 11.2 mi 7.2
POTTS CAMP HIGH SCHOOL (5-12) Potts Camp 11.7 mi 6.9
H. W. BYERS HIGH SCHOOL (5-12) Holly Springs 13.2 mi 6.7
H. W. BYERS ELEMENTARY (K-4) Holly Springs 13.2 mi 5.2
FRIENDSHIP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Victoria 11.5 mi 6.2
ASHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ashland 14.8 mi 7.5
BYHALIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (K-4) Byhalia 15.8 mi 5.5
BYHALIA MIDDLE SCHOOL (5-8) Byhalia 15.8 mi 4.1
BYHALIA HIGH SCHOOL (9-12) Byhalia 15.9 mi 7.0
ASHLAND MIDDLE-HIGH SCHOOL Ashland 15.8 mi 5.3
ROSSVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Rossville 19.5 mi 5.8
HICKORY FLAT ATTENDANCE CENTER Hickory Flat 17.8 mi 8.2
La Grange Moscow Elementary Moscow 20.4 mi 5.3
Collierville Middle School Collierville 21.8 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38635 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,441

Median Home Value

$158,800

Median Rent

$793/mo

Population

15,312

College Educated

15.4%

Homeownership

79.7%

Avg Commute

28.5 min

Poverty Rate

21.6%

Median Age

41.8

Similar Schools

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School Rating
SOUTH DELTA MIDDLE SCHOOL Anguilla, MS 3.3
WILLIAM WINANS MIDDLE SCHOOL Centreville, MS 3.7
SHANNON MIDDLE SCHOOL Shannon, MS 4.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Holly Springs Junior High School

What grades does Holly Springs Junior High School serve?

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

How many students attend Holly Springs Junior High School?

Holly Springs Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 146 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Holly Springs Junior High School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Holly Springs Junior High School rank in MS?

Holly Springs Junior High School ranks #815 of 863 schools in MS.

What is Holly Springs Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Holly Springs Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Holly Springs Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Holly Springs Junior High School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Holly Springs Junior High School a charter school?

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

Is Holly Springs Junior High School a Title I school?

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

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

100.0% of students at Holly Springs 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
51 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
146
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Marshall County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.6%

District

HOLLY SPRINGS SCHOOL DIST
District Enrollment
1,027
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,958
District Rank
#4 of 4

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