Summary
Holly Hill Elementary School in Enterprise, AL, is a K-6 school with 666 students, part of the Enterprise City district, and serves a community that includes a significant number of military-connected families due to its proximity to Fort Novosel.
Holly Hill is a standout academic performer, consistently earning a 5-star rating and ranking in the top 10% of elementary schools statewide. In the 2025-2026 school year, it ranked 58th out of 686 schools (92nd percentile), with proficiency rates in Math and English Language Arts far exceeding state averages at every grade level. For example, 6th-grade Math proficiency was 68.9% compared to the state's 35.2%, and 4th-grade Science proficiency was 86.4% versus the state's 50.2%. This excellence extends across student groups: Hispanic students ranked in the 97th percentile statewide, and military-connected students earned a 90th percentile ranking. The school also boasts remarkably low chronic absenteeism at 5.7%, compared to the district's 8.4% and the state's 12.0%, which likely contributes to its strong outcomes. Within the Enterprise City district, Holly Hill is the clear leader, outperforming peers like Brookwood Elementary School (109th), Hillcrest Elementary School (107th), and Rucker Boulevard Elementary School (154th) by a considerable margin.
What makes Holly Hill particularly impressive is its efficiency. Despite having the lowest per-student spending among nearby schools—$6,904 compared to $8,655–$10,232 at other area schools—it achieves the highest academic results, indicating a strong return on investment. The school has shown consistent improvement over the years, climbing from a rank of 115th in 2016-2017 to its current top-60 position, reflecting stable leadership and effective long-term strategies. While performance with Special Education students has been somewhat inconsistent in past years, recent data shows a 4-star rating, suggesting a positive trend. For parents seeking a school that combines academic excellence, equity across diverse student groups, and a supportive, high-attendance environment, Holly Hill is an outstanding choice.
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