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Arthur J. Holland Middle School

Middle School · Trenton Public School District

1001 West State St, Trenton, NJ 08618

Enrollment

445

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

3.5

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,394 of 2,466

In Trenton

#22 of 32

public schools

In district

#15 of 25

Trenton Public School District

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Arthur J. Holland Middle School

3.5/10

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

Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School

3.8/10

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3.7/10

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About Arthur J. Holland Middle School

Arthur J. Holland Middle School is a public middle school in Trenton, NJ, part of Trenton Public School District. Arthur J.

Holland Middle School serves approximately 445 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Arthur J. Holland Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,394 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Arthur J. Holland Middle School show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2024-2025) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2024-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 3.5
  • NJ avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Arthur J. Holland Middle School 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.

87% of students at Arthur J. Holland Middle 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 Progress6.4Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data2
Annual Change+1.03 pts/yr
Data Period2024–2025
TrendImproving
Academics1.8Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency8.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency9.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-33.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-44.8 pts
Overall Proficiency9% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-24.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile3th
Resources & Environment1.4Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,662
Chronic Absenteeism87.2%

Arthur J. Holland Middle School — Students at Arthur J. Holland Middle School score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

61.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 8.7% (multi-year average, 2024-2025)
School
State
33.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 8.0% (multi-year average, 2024-2025)
School
State
55.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 10 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2024
Math
9.2%
ELA
6.5%
2025
Math
8.3%
ELA
9.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.

How Arthur J. Holland Middle School Compares

See how Arthur J. Holland Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.5/10
3th percentile in NJ
Academic
1.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
1.4/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
87.2%

Location

1001 West State St, Trenton, NJ 08618

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Arthur J. Holland Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School (rated 3.8/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School (rated 3.7/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Battle Monument Intermediate School (rated 3.5/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Trenton, see our Trenton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School Trenton 0.7 mi 3.8
Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School Trenton 0.7 mi 3.7
Cadwalader Elementary School Trenton 0.7 mi 3.3
Joseph Stokes Elementary School Trenton 0.9 mi 3.0
Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School Trenton 0.8 mi 6.5
The Village Charter School Trenton 0.9 mi 4.5
CHRISTINA SEIX ACADEMY Trenton 1.1 mi 8.1
Foundation Academy Charter School Trenton 1.0 mi 5.8
Parkway Elementary School Ewing 1.0 mi 4.9
THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Morrisville 1.4 mi
Ewing High School Ewing 1.6 mi 4.5
Morrisville HS Morrisville 1.7 mi 6.4
Morrisville Intermediate Sch Morrisville 1.7 mi 4.9
Battle Monument Intermediate School Trenton 1.3 mi 3.5
Trenton Stem-to-Civics Charter School Ewing 1.6 mi 4.0
Grandview El Sch Morrisville 1.8 mi 4.0
Makefield El Sch Yardley 1.6 mi 7.8
Marie H Katzenbach High School Trenton 1.8 mi
Marie H Katzenbach Elementary Middle School for the Deaf Trenton 1.8 mi
Luis Munoz-Rivera Elementary School Trenton 1.7 mi 3.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08618 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,179

Median Home Value

$211,800

Median Rent

$1,117/mo

Population

37,162

College Educated

23.5%

Homeownership

41.2%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

22.5%

Median Age

33.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Battle Monument Intermediate School Trenton, NJ 3.5
Clara Parker Intermediate School Trenton, NJ 3.4
Pride Academy Charter School East Orange, NJ 3.4
Ulysses S. Grant School Trenton, NJ 3.4
Veterans Memorial Middle Vineland, NJ 3.4
James A Cotten Intermediate School Willingboro, NJ 3.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Arthur J. Holland Middle School

What grades does Arthur J. Holland Middle School serve?

Arthur J. Holland Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Arthur J. Holland Middle School?

Arthur J. Holland Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 445 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Arthur J. Holland Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Arthur J. Holland Middle School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Arthur J. Holland Middle School rank in NJ?

Arthur J. Holland Middle School ranks #2,394 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Arthur J. Holland Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Arthur J. Holland Middle 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 Arthur J. Holland Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Arthur J. Holland Middle School has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2024-2025) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2024-2025).

Is Arthur J. Holland Middle School a charter school?

No, Arthur J. Holland Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Arthur J. Holland Middle School a Title I school?

No, Arthur J. Holland Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Arthur J. Holland Middle School?

61.3% of students at Arthur J. Holland Middle 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
39 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
61.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Mercer County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
87.2%

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