Serving 436 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Holly Heights Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holly Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Holly Heights Elementary School's student population of 436 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
436 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Every student means every student!
School Rankings
Holly Heights Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holly Heights Elementary School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1853 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
34%
34%
Black
38%
15%
White
21%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holly Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Holly Heights Elementary School is ranked #1853 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Holly Heights Elementary School?
436 students attend Holly Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Holly Heights Elementary School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holly Heights Elementary School?
Holly Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Holly Heights Elementary School offer ?
Holly Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holly Heights Elementary School part of?
Holly Heights Elementary School is part of Millville School District.
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