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Holton Elementary School

Summary:

Holton Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK-5 in Holton, Michigan, with a student population of 361. The school is part of the Holton Public Schools district, which is ranked 440 out of 610 districts in Michigan and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger. The student body at Holton Elementary is predominantly White, with small percentages of African American, Hispanic, and students of two or more races.

Holton Elementary faces several key challenges. The school has seen a significant increase in chronic absenteeism rates, rising from 7.1% in 2020-2021 to 23.1% in 2022-2023, which is notably higher than the state average and the rates of nearby schools like Whitehall Ealy Elementary (21.8%) and Twin Lake School (18.0%). Academically, Holton Elementary's performance, as measured by M-Step proficiency rates, is generally below the state averages and the performance of nearby schools. For example, in 2023-2024, Holton Elementary's 3rd grade ELA proficiency (45.2%) was lower than the state average (39.6%) and Whitehall Ealy Elementary's 3rd grade ELA proficiency (65.1%). Additionally, Holton Elementary has a high percentage of students from low socioeconomic backgrounds, with 76.45% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch in 2022-2023, significantly higher than the nearby schools, such as Daisy Brook Elementary (60.93%).

Despite these challenges, Holton Elementary's relatively small student population and high percentage of White students could present opportunities for targeted interventions and personalized learning approaches. The school's statewide ranking has fluctuated over the years, but it has generally been in the bottom half of Michigan elementary schools, with a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger in recent years, lower than the nearby schools, such as Whitehall Ealy Elementary (3-4 stars) and Daisy Brook Elementary (3 stars). Addressing the school's challenges, particularly the high chronic absenteeism and low academic performance, should be a priority for the school and district to ensure that all students at Holton Elementary have the opportunity to succeed.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 6245 Syers Rd
       Holton, MI  49425-7557

(231) 821-1825

District: Holton Public Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
876th of 1,486 Michigan Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $15,940 Help


Students who attend Holton Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:    Holton Middle School
High:    Holton High School

Student/teacher ratio:  13.4 Help
Number of students:  361

Racial breakdown:

White:
91.1%
Two or more races:
5.3%
Hispanic:
3.0%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  76.5% Help


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Compare Details Holton Elementary School ranks worse than 59% of elementary schools in Michigan. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 38.55. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a high school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (91.1%), two or more races (5.3%), Hispanic (3%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 76.5% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Holton Elementary School is 13.4. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Holton Elementary School is $15,940.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Holton Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Holton Elementary School 876th of 1486 Michigan public elementary schools. (See Holton Elementary School in the ranking list.)

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Holton Public Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Holton Public Schools 440th of 610 Michigan school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Holton Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Holton Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 23.51 1364th 1545 11.7%
2007 20.96 1410th 1565 9.9%
2008 20.16 1408th 1577 10.7%
2009 18.75 1424th 1589 10.4%
2010 14.11 1453rd 1552 6.4%
2011 19.84 1382nd 1552 11.0%
2012 27.95 1238th 1566 20.9%
2013 31.13 1174th 1563 24.9%
2014 29.26 1180th 1533 23.0%
2015 47.37 877th 1580 44.5%
2016 43.85 895th 1548 42.2%
2017 28.66 1043rd 1466 28.9%
2018 30.84 1069th 1448 26.2%
2019 30.84 972nd 1408 31.0%
2021 23.33 915th 1153 20.6%
2022 30.75 919th 1344 31.6%
2023 30.12 988th 1470 32.8%
2024 38.55 876th 1486 41.0%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Holton Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 41.15 873rd 1397 37.5%
2019 37.61 738th 1134 34.9%
2021 39.94 464th 749 38.1%
2022 45.90 562nd 1099 48.9%
2023 46.24 691st 1350 48.8%
2024 57.25 513th 1381 62.9%
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Rank History for Female students at Holton Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 33.25 1001st 1443 30.6%
2019 25.03 910th 1171 22.3%
2021 24.54 721st 902 20.1%
2022 31.09 793rd 1106 28.3%
2023 21.93 1035th 1321 21.7%
2024 36.27 829th 1342 38.2%
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Rank History for Male students at Holton Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 27.77 1084th 1446 25.0%
2019 35.07 787th 1196 34.2%
2021 16.96 803rd 915 12.2%
2022 18.75 955th 1139 16.2%
2023 42.11 753rd 1334 43.6%
2024 34.11 873rd 1347 35.2%
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Rank History for White students at Holton Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 20.57 1070th 1253 14.6%
2019 23.31 924th 1128 18.1%
2021 17.68 885th 1005 11.9%
2022 20.10 923rd 1102 16.2%
2023 16.64 1049th 1198 12.4%
2024 24.64 946th 1204 21.4%
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Data source: test scores: Michigan Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Michigan Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Holton Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 545 2 1 3 6 n/a n/a 0 557
1989 550 3 1 1 7 n/a n/a 0 562
1990 449 7 3 3 14 n/a n/a 0 476
1991 455 5 3 5 5 n/a n/a 0 473
1992 429 2 1 5 25 n/a n/a 0 462
1993 598 6 0 8 16 n/a n/a 0 628
1994 575 8 2 10 12 n/a n/a 0 607
1995 578 5 1 7 10 n/a n/a 0 601
1996 578 5 1 7 10 n/a n/a 0 601
1997 575 7 0 16 8 n/a n/a 0 606
1998 595 12 2 33 4 n/a n/a -6 640
1999 527 5 4 14 12 n/a n/a 0 562
2000 514 3 4 9 13 n/a n/a 19 562
2001 497 5 3 9 7 n/a n/a 0 521
2002 384 4 1 11 11 n/a n/a 0 411
2003 384 4 1 11 11 n/a n/a 0 411
2004 403 0 1 12 7 n/a n/a 0 423
2005 363 1 1 12 4 n/a n/a 0 381
2006 389 2 1 8 7 n/a n/a 0 407
2007 434 0 0 11 12 n/a n/a 0 457
2008 416 n/a n/a 12 18 n/a n/a 0 446
2009 364 0 1 16 16 n/a n/a 0 397
2010 349 2 0 11 31 n/a n/a 0 393
2011 352 2 0 2 12 0 32 0 400
2012 329 4 1 4 13 1 31 0 383
2013 345 2 1 4 6 1 17 0 376
2014 345 3 1 6 3 1 22 0 381
2015 387 4 1 8 3 1 28 0 432
2016 340 2 1 9 3 1 21 0 377
2017 333 2 1 14 2 1 19 0 372
2018 313 1 0 18 2 0 20 0 354
2019 300 3 1 11 2 0 22 0 339
2020 306 4 0 14 0 0 21 0 345
2021 306 3 0 14 0 0 18 0 341
2022 300 2 0 9 0 0 19 0 330
2023 329 2 0 11 0 0 19 0 361

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Holton Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 557 n/a n/a n/a
1989 562 n/a n/a 36.7
1990 476 32.0 14.8 41.6
1991 473 n/a n/a n/a
1992 462 n/a n/a 48.3
1993 628 n/a 0.0 38.2
1994 607 29.5 20.6 45.5
1995 601 29.0 20.7 43.3
1996 601 29.0 20.7 43.3
1997 606 31.0 19.5 40.4
1998 640 30.0 21.3 38.2
1999 562 33.0 17.0 39.7
2000 562 33.5 16.2 43.5
2001 521 32.0 16.3 51.6
2002 411 n/a n/a 64
2003 411 n/a n/a 64
2004 423 23.0 18.4 37.6
2005 381 23.0 16.6 58.8
2006 407 21.8 18.7 69
2007 457 22.5 20.3 57.5
2008 446 25.0 17.8 67.3
2009 397 23.0 17.3 74.8
2010 393 25.0 15.7 75.8
2011 400 28.0 14.2 70.3
2012 383 25.0 15.3 76.5
2013 376 26.0 14.4 69.4
2014 381 22.0 17.3 74.3
2015 432 23.0 18.7 78.9
2016 377 22.0 17.1 78.5
2017 372 21.0 17.7 69.9
2018 354 21.0 16.8 75.4
2019 339 22.2 15.2 76.4
2020 345 22.0 15.6 73.6
2021 341 22.0 15.5 74.2
2022 330 27.0 12.1 77
2023 361 26.8 13.4 76.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Holton Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 557 n/a n/a n/a
1989 562 n/a n/a 36.7
1990 476 32.0 14.8 41.6
1991 473 n/a n/a n/a
1992 462 n/a n/a 48.3
1993 628 n/a 0.0 38.2
1994 607 29.5 20.6 45.5
1995 601 29.0 20.7 43.3
1996 601 29.0 20.7 43.3
1997 606 31.0 19.5 40.4
1998 640 30.0 21.3 38.2
1999 562 33.0 17.0 39.7
2000 562 33.5 16.2 43.5
2001 521 32.0 16.3 51.6
2002 411 n/a n/a 64
2003 411 n/a n/a 64
2004 423 23.0 18.4 37.6
2005 381 23.0 16.6 58.8
2006 407 21.8 18.7 69
2007 457 22.5 20.3 57.5
2008 446 25.0 17.8 67.3
2009 397 23.0 17.3 74.8
2010 393 25.0 15.7 75.8
2011 400 28.0 14.2 70.3
2012 383 25.0 15.3 76.5
2013 376 26.0 14.4 69.4
2014 381 22.0 17.3 74.3
2015 432 23.0 18.7 78.9
2016 377 22.0 17.1 78.5
2017 372 21.0 17.7 69.9
2018 354 21.0 16.8 75.4
2019 339 22.2 15.2 76.4
2020 345 22.0 15.6 73.6
2021 341 22.0 15.5 74.2
2022 330 27.0 12.1 77
2023 361 26.8 13.4 76.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Holton Elementary School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,520 (13.5%) $9,770 (86.5%) $11,290
2020 $2,125 (18.2%) $9,542 (81.8%) $11,667
2021 $3,122 (24.1%) $9,826 (75.9%) $12,949
2022 $3,820 (24.8%) $11,578 (75.2%) $15,398
2023 $3,436 (21.6%) $12,504 (78.4%) $15,940

Data source: Michigan Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Holton Elementary School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 972nd of 1408 Elementary schoolsRanks 988th of 1470 Elementary schools
 1.8%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Holton Elementary School)5539.6
 15.4%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Holton Public Schools)5539.6
 15.4%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)45.140.9
 4.2%
3rd Grade Math (Holton Elementary School)5047.2
 2.8%
   3rd Grade Math (Holton Public Schools)5047.2
 2.8%
   3rd Grade Math (Michigan)46.742.9
 3.8%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Holton Elementary School)36.418.4
 18%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Holton Public Schools)36.418.4
 18%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)45.844.3
 1.5%
4th Grade Math (Holton Elementary School)23.618.4
 5.2%
   4th Grade Math (Holton Public Schools)23.618.4
 5.2%
   4th Grade Math (Michigan)41.838.6
 3.2%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Holton Elementary School)29.733.8
 4.1%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Holton Public Schools)29.733.8
 4.1%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)46.243.9
 2.3%
5th Grade Math (Holton Elementary School)21.926.8
 4.9%
   5th Grade Math (Holton Public Schools)21.926.8
 4.9%
   5th Grade Math (Michigan)34.831.5
 3.3%
5th Grade Social Studies (Holton Elementary School)7.84.2
 3.6%
   5th Grade Social Studies (Holton Public Schools)7.84.2
 3.6%
   5th Grade Social Studies (Michigan)17.418.6
 1.2%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students339361
 6.5%
African American32
 33.3%
American Indian20
 100%
Asian10
 100%
Hispanic1111
Pacific Islander00
White300329
 9.7%
Two or More Races2219
 13.6%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients76.4%76.5%
 0.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions about Holton Elementary School

In the 2022-23 school year, 361 students attended Holton Elementary School.

Holton Elementary School ranks 876th of 1486 Michigan elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

Students at Holton Elementary School are 91% White, 5% Two or more races, 3% Hispanic.

Students who attend Holton Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Holton Middle School
High : Holton High School


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