Holtville Middle School in Deatsville ranks #346 in Alabama as of 2023, showing a decline from #219 in 2021, and is among the top 20% of public schools statewide for overall testing and science proficiency.
The school's 2023 math proficiency is 34%, higher than the Alabama state average of 30%, while reading proficiency is 58%, also higher than the state average of 47%; science proficiency ranges from 65% to 69%, well above the state average of 38%.
Enrollment rose from 530 students in 2021 to 619 in 2023, with 11% minority enrollment and 56% of students eligible for free lunch, indicating increasing socioeconomic need over this period.
Holtville serves grades 5–8 with a student–teacher ratio of 19:1, employing 32 teachers for its 619 students in this Union County NJ high school equivalent setting.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 632 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holtville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Holtville Middle School's student population of 632 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
632 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Holtville Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holtville Middle School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#346 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
5%
31%
White
90%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holtville Middle School's ranking?
Holtville Middle School is ranked #346 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Holtville Middle School often compared to?
Holtville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Millbrook Middle School, Wetumpka Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Holtville Middle School?
632 students attend Holtville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Holtville Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holtville Middle School?
Holtville Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Holtville Middle School offer ?
Holtville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holtville Middle School part of?
Holtville Middle School is part of Elmore County School District.
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