Serving 436 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Holly Hall Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holly Hall Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Holly Hall Elementary School's student population of 436 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
436 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Holly Hall Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holly Hall Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#949 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
19%
22%
Black
18%
33%
White
49%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holly Hall Elementary School's ranking?
Holly Hall Elementary School is ranked #949 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Holly Hall Elementary School often compared to?
Holly Hall Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gilpin Manor Elementary School, Leeds Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Holly Hall Elementary School?
436 students attend Holly Hall Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Holly Hall Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holly Hall Elementary School?
Holly Hall Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Holly Hall Elementary School offer ?
Holly Hall Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Holly Hall Elementary School part of?
Holly Hall Elementary School is part of Cecil County School District.
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