Holmes High School

25th And Madison Ave
Covington, KY 41014
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 889 students in grades 9-12, Holmes High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 889 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 63%
  • : 80-84% (Btm 50% in KY)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Holmes High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:

School Overview

Holmes High School's student population of 889 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
889 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
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School Rankings

Holmes High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holmes High School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (KY)
#1136 out of 1230 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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10-14%
30%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Holmes High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Kentucky by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
15-19%
42%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Holmes High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Kentucky by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
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American Indian
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Asian
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2%
Hispanic
25%
8%
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Black
27%
11%
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White
37%
74%
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Hawaiian
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Two or more races
11%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.72
This chart display the diversity score of Holmes High School and the public school average diversity score of Kentucky by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
80-84%
90%
This chart display graduation rate of Holmes High School and public school graduation rate of Kentucky by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Holmes High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Kentucky by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Holmes High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Kentucky by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Holmes High School's ranking?
Holmes High School is ranked #1136 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Holmes High School often compared to?
Holmes High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scott High School, Simon Kenton High School, Dixie Heights High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Holmes High School?
The graduation rate of Holmes High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Holmes High School?
889 students attend Holmes High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Holmes High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holmes High School?
Holmes High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Holmes High School offer ?
Holmes High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Holmes High School part of?
Holmes High School is part of Covington Independent School District.

School Reviews

2   5/23/2022
I love this school I have gone here since 6th grade and I'm currently in 9th this is a really good school yeah there is a lot of drama but the teachers are great and teach in fun ways I wouldn't go to any other school!!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - anonymous
5   2/25/2011
a. Holmes High School is one of the only schools in the states that offers the Internaitional Baccalaureate Program, one of the most prestigious college-preparatory programs offered in the country. b. While funding is being cut, Holmes has a lively theater department and choir, a marching and stage band, and IB art classes. c. Holmes is known mostly for its achievements in basketball. d. Considering parts of the school are almost 100 years old, it is not the newest looking school, but it is not run down. e. Parent involvement is at the discretion of individual parents. Most parents of Holmes High School students have full time, working class jobs that do not always allow for involvement, but there are a healthy number of parents involved in decision making and after school activities.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - ohhmy

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 889 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 63%
  • : 80-84% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

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