For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,192 students in Holt, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Holt, MI are Wilcox Elementary School, Horizon Elementary School and Sycamore Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Holt, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Holt have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Holt, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wilcox Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1650 Laurelwood Dr
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-0249
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-0249
Grades: K-4
| 351 students
Rank: #22.
Horizon Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5776 Holt Rd
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 694-4224
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 694-4224
Grades: K-4
| 390 students
Rank: #33.
Sycamore Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4429 Sycamore St
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-2185
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-2185
Grades: K-4
| 352 students
Rank: #44.
Elliott Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4200 Bond Ave
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-2106
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-2106
Grades: K-4
| 391 students
Rank: #55.
Washington Woods Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2055 S Washington Rd
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-0250
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-0250
Grades: 5-6
| 370 students
Rank: #66.
Hope Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2020 Park Ln
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-2194
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-2194
Grades: 5-6
| 338 students
Holt, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Edtrek Elementary School (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
4610 Spahr Avenue
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-3329
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-3329
Grades: 9-12
| 66 students
Holt Central High School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
2168 Cedar St
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-1515
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 699-1515
Grades: 9-12
| 160 students
4552 Spahr St
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 694-3411
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 694-3411
Grades: PK
| n/a students
5780 Holt Rd
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 694-4370
Holt, MI 48842
(517) 694-4370
Grades: 12
| 402 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Holt, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Holt, MI include Wilcox Elementary School, Horizon Elementary School and Sycamore Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Holt?
6 public elementary schools are located in Holt.
What is the racial composition of students in Holt?
Holt public elementary schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Holt are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Holt include: Horizon Elementary School vs. Wilcox Elementary School, Wilcox Elementary School vs. Horizon Elementary School
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