Serving 324 students in grades 6-8, Holmes Stem Middle School Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤1% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 32:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holmes Stem Middle School Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Holmes Stem Middle School Academy's student population of 324 students has grown by 102% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
324 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Holmes Stem Middle School Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holmes Stem Middle School Academy is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3055 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
32:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
76%
18%
White
13%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holmes Stem Middle School Academy's ranking?
Holmes Stem Middle School Academy is ranked #3055 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Holmes Stem Middle School Academy?
324 students attend Holmes Stem Middle School Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Holmes Stem Middle School Academy students are Black, 13% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holmes Stem Middle School Academy?
Holmes Stem Middle School Academy has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Holmes Stem Middle School Academy offer ?
Holmes Stem Middle School Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Holmes Stem Middle School Academy part of?
Holmes Stem Middle School Academy is part of Flint School District Of The City Of.
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