For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 775 students in Holton, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 22 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Holton, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in Holton, MI are Holton Virtual Academy, Holton Elementary School and Holton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Holton, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Holton have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Holton, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Holton Virtual Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6500 4th St
Holton, MI 49425
(231) 821-1700
Holton, MI 49425
(231) 821-1700
Gr: 6-12 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 40:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Holton Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6245 Syers Rd
Holton, MI 49425
(231) 821-1825
Holton, MI 49425
(231) 821-1825
Gr: PK-5 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Holton High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6477 Syers Rd
Holton, MI 49425
(231) 821-1725
Holton, MI 49425
(231) 821-1725
Gr: 9-12 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #44.
Holton Middle School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6477 Syers Rd
Holton, MI 49425
(231) 821-1775
Holton, MI 49425
(231) 821-1775
Gr: 6-8 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Holton, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Holton, MI include Holton Virtual Academy, Holton Elementary School and Holton High School.
How many public schools are located in Holton?
4 public schools are located in Holton.
What percentage of students in Holton go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Holton are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Holton?
Holton public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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