Serving 618 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Holt Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 618 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holt Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Holt Elementary School's student population of 618 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
618 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Holt Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holt Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2124 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
60%
21%
Black
27%
25%
White
6%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holt Elementary School's ranking?
Holt Elementary School is ranked #2124 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Holt Elementary School often compared to?
Holt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillandale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Holt Elementary School?
618 students attend Holt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Holt Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holt Elementary School?
Holt Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Holt Elementary School offer ?
Holt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holt Elementary School part of?
Holt Elementary School is part of Durham School District.
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