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Holmes Junior High School

505 Holmes Dr
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 629 students in grades 7-9, Holmes Junior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 7-9
  • Enrollment: 629 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • : Top 20% in IA
  • : 83% (Top 20%)
  • : 83% (Top 20%)
  • : 75% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Holmes Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:

School Overview

Holmes Junior High School's student population of 629 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
629 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar

School Rankings

Holmes Junior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holmes Junior High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IA)
#133 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
83%
68%
83%
70%
75%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
4%
7%
White
85%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.27
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Holmes Junior High School's ranking?
Holmes Junior High School is ranked #133 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Holmes Junior High School?
629 students attend Holmes Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Holmes Junior High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holmes Junior High School?
Holmes Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Holmes Junior High School offer ?
Holmes Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Holmes Junior High School part of?
Holmes Junior High School is part of Cedar Falls Comm School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 7-9
  • Enrollment: 629 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 83% (Top 20%)
  • : 83% (Top 20%)
  • : 75% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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