HOLMES MIDDLE

882 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

Holmes Middle School, located on Montrose Street in Alexandria, Virginia, is a vibrant educational institution serving the diverse student population of Fairfax County Public Schools. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment that emphasizes both academic rigor and social-emotional growth. By utilizing a wide array of instructional strategies, the faculty aims to meet the unique needs of each student, preparing them for the challenges of high school and beyond through a comprehensive curriculum that spans core subjects and elective programs.

Beyond the classroom, Holmes Middle School is known for its strong emphasis on community and student engagement. The school offers various extracurricular activities, clubs, and athletic programs that encourage students to explore their interests, develop leadership skills, and build lasting friendships. With a focus on creating a supportive atmosphere where students feel valued and empowered, the school works closely with families and the local Alexandria community to ensure a holistic approach to education and student success.

882

Total Students

63.2

Full-Time Teachers

13.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

71.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for HOLMES MIDDLE
Demographic	Student Count
White	153
Hispanic	387
Black	164
Asian	143
Two or More	33
American Indian	2

Hispanic
387 (43.9 %)
Black
164 (18.6 %)
White
153 (17.3 %)
Asian
143 (16.2 %)
Two or More
33 (3.7 %)
American Indian
2 (0.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Fairfax County Public Schools
Phone:	(703)658-5900
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	882
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	63.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	634
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 6 285

Grade 7 282

Grade 8 315