Serving 229 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Holden Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holden Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Holden Elementary School's student population of 229 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 76% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
229 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Holden Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holden Elementary School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1782 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
20%
17%
White
57%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holden Elementary School's ranking?
Holden Elementary School is ranked #1782 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Holden Elementary School often compared to?
Holden Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Longcoy Elementary School, Davey Elementary School, Walls Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Holden Elementary School?
229 students attend Holden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Holden Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holden Elementary School?
Holden Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Holden Elementary School offer ?
Holden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holden Elementary School part of?
Holden Elementary School is part of Kent City School District.
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