Serving 342 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Holton Elementary School 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Holton Elementary School's student population of 342 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
342 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Holton Elementary School 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 Holton Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1858 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%

Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
n/a
4%

Hispanic
3%
9%

Black
1%
18%

White
91%
63%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
50%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holton Elementary School's ranking?
Holton Elementary School is ranked #1858 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Holton Elementary School?
342 students attend Holton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Holton Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holton Elementary School?
Holton Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Holton Elementary School offer ?
Holton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Holton Elementary School part of?
Holton Elementary School is part of Holton School District.
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