Holmes Middle

881 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.

881

Total Students

80.8

Full-Time Teachers

10.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

72.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Holmes Middle
Demographic	Student Count
White	162
Hispanic	398
Black	162
Asian	130
Two or More	28
Pacific Islander	1

Hispanic
398 (45.2%)
White
162 (18.4%)
Black
162 (18.4%)
Asian
130 (14.8%)
Two or More
28 (3.2%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1%)

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:	881
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	80.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	10.9
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 6 294

Grade 7 298

Grade 8 289