Serving 245 students in grades 9-12, Holston High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holston High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Holston High School's student population of 245 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Holston High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holston High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#264 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-89%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
19%
Black
1%
22%
White
95%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holston High School's ranking?
Holston High School is ranked #264 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Holston High School often compared to?
Holston High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abingdon High School, John S. Battle High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Holston High School?
The graduation rate of Holston High School is 95%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Holston High School?
245 students attend Holston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Holston High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holston High School?
Holston High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Holston High School offer ?
Holston High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Holston High School part of?
Holston High School is part of Washington County School District.
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