Serving 233 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Holland Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Holland Elementary School's student population of 233 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
233 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Holland Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holland Elementary School is 0.55, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1521 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
16%
8%
Black
10%
15%
White
64%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holland Elementary School's ranking?
Holland Elementary School is ranked #1521 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Holland Elementary School often compared to?
Holland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cowden Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Holland Elementary School?
233 students attend Holland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Holland Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holland Elementary School?
Holland Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Holland Elementary School offer ?
Holland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Holland Elementary School part of?
Holland Elementary School is part of Springfield R-XII School District.
In what neighborhood is Holland Elementary School located?
Holland Elementary School is located in the Seminole Holland neighborhood of Springfield, MO.
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