Serving 449 students in grades 5-6, Holt Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holt Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Holt Middle School's student population of 449 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
449 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Holt Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holt Middle School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#188 out of 997 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
17%
15%
Black
15%
19%
White
54%
58%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holt Middle School's ranking?
Holt Middle School is ranked #188 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Holt Middle School often compared to?
Holt Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcnair Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Holt Middle School?
449 students attend Holt Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Holt Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holt Middle School?
Holt Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Holt Middle School offer ?
Holt Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Holt Middle School part of?
Holt Middle School is part of Fayetteville School District.
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