Excellent
#452 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 17% in state
Holly Grove Middle
Middle School · Wake County Schools
1401 Avent Ferry Road, Holly Springs, NC 27540
Enrollment
966
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
8.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
966
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
8.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#452 of 2,648
In Holly Springs
#6 of 9
public schools
In district
#57 of 194
Wake County Schools
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Holly Grove Middle
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About Holly Grove Middle
Holly Grove Middle is a public middle school in Holly Springs, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Holly Grove Middle serves approximately 966 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Holly Grove Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #452 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Holly Grove Middle show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 6.6
- NC avg 5.7
Score Breakdown
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Holly Grove Middle — Students at Holly Grove Middle score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
18.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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 Holly Grove Middle Compares
See how Holly Grove Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1401 Avent Ferry Road, Holly Springs, NC 27540
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holly Grove Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Apex Friendship Middle (rated 8.6/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Apex), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Holly Ridge Middle (rated 7.4/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Fuquay-Varina Middle (rated 7.1/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Fuquay-Varina), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Holly Springs, see our Holly Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Holly Grove Elementary Holly Springs | 0.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Holly Springs High Holly Springs | 0.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Buckhorn Creek Elementary Holly Springs | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| Holly Springs Elementary Holly Springs | 2.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Southern Wake Academy Holly Springs | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Oakview Elementary Apex | 2.3 mi | 9.2 |
| Holly Ridge Elementary Holly Springs | 2.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Holly Ridge Middle Holly Springs | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Herbert Akins Road Middle Fuquay-Varina | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Herbert Akins Rd Elementary Fuquay-Varina | 2.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Pine Springs Preparatory Academy Holly Springs | 3.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Lincoln Heights Elementary Fuquay-Varina | 3.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Fuquay-Varina High Fuquay-Varina | 3.7 mi | 7.2 |
| NEW SCHOOL MONTESSORI CENTER Holly Springs | 3.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Fuquay-Varina Middle Fuquay-Varina | 4.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Northwest Harnett Elementary Fuquay-Varina | 5.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Ballentine Elementary Fuquay-Varina | 4.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Apex Elementary Apex | 6.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Lufkin Road Middle Apex | 6.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Apex Friendship Middle Apex | 5.9 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27540 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,681
Median Home Value
$474,700
Median Rent
$1,718/mo
Population
45,993
College Educated
64.7%
Homeownership
84.5%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
36.4
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|---|---|
| Cramerton Middle Cramerton, NC | 8.0 |
| Jay M. Robinson Middle Charlotte, NC | 8.0 |
| Margaret B. Pollard Middle Chapel Hill, NC | 8.0 |
| Harris Road Middle Concord, NC | 8.1 |
| Hope Middle Greenville, NC | 8.1 |
| Marvin Ridge Middle Waxhaw, NC | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holly Grove Middle
What grades does Holly Grove Middle serve?
Holly Grove Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Holly Grove Middle?
Holly Grove Middle has an enrollment of approximately 966 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holly Grove Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Holly Grove Middle is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Holly Grove Middle rank in NC?
Holly Grove Middle ranks #452 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Holly Grove Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Holly Grove Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Holly Grove Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Holly Grove Middle has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).
Is Holly Grove Middle a charter school?
No, Holly Grove Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Holly Grove Middle a Title I school?
No, Holly Grove Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Holly Grove Middle?
18.8% of students at Holly Grove Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 966
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.5%
- Phone
- (919) 567-4177
Resources & Links
District
Wake County Schools- District Enrollment
- 161,481
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,691
- District Rank
- #57 of 194
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