Serving 994 students in grades 6-8, Holly Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 994 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holly Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Holly Ridge Middle School's student population of 994 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
994 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Holly Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holly Ridge Middle School is 0.55, 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
#557 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
14%
25%
White
64%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holly Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Holly Ridge Middle School is ranked #557 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Holly Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Holly Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holly Grove Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Holly Ridge Middle School?
994 students attend Holly Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Holly Ridge Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holly Ridge Middle School?
Holly Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Holly Ridge Middle School offer ?
Holly Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Holly Ridge Middle School part of?
Holly Ridge Middle School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
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