HOLLY SHELTER MIDDLE SCHOOL

Holly Shelter Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the New Hanover County Schools school district, located in Castle Hayne, NC with about 630 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 44 teachers, Holly Shelter Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Holly Shelter Middle School, located in Castle Hayne, North Carolina, serves as a prominent educational institution within the New Hanover County Schools district. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive and challenging learning environment that encourages academic excellence, critical thinking, and personal growth for students in the middle school grades. With a focus on preparing students for high school and beyond, the curriculum emphasizes core academic subjects while integrating technology and innovative teaching strategies to meet the diverse needs of its student body.

Beyond its academic offerings, Holly Shelter Middle School prides itself on cultivating a supportive community culture. The school encourages student participation in a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts programs, and academic clubs, which help students develop leadership skills, teamwork, and social responsibility. By maintaining strong partnerships between parents, teachers, and the local community, the school strives to provide a well-rounded experience that supports both the educational and social-emotional development of every student.

For more information, contact Holly Shelter Middle at (910) 602-4046 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.