Serving 681 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Holden High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 681 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holden High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Holden High School's student population of 681 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
681 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Holden High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holden High School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#161 out of 1251 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
n/a
41%
White
89%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holden High School's ranking?
Holden High School is ranked #161 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Holden High School?
The graduation rate of Holden High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Holden High School?
681 students attend Holden High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Holden High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holden High School?
Holden High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Holden High School offer ?
Holden High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Holden High School part of?
Holden High School is part of Livingston Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 8/11/2009
Great all around! A+ school! My daughters are enrolled here and they love the teachers!
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