Serving 1,479 students in grades 9-12, Emil E. Holt Sr. High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,479 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emil E. Holt Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Emil E. Holt Sr. High School's student population of 1,479 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,479 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Emil E. Holt Sr. High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emil E. Holt Sr. High School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#343 out of 2092 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
9%
15%
White
79%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emil E. Holt Sr. High School's ranking?
Emil E. Holt Sr. High School is ranked #343 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Emil E. Holt Sr. High School often compared to?
Emil E. Holt Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Francis Howell High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Emil E. Holt Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Emil E. Holt Sr. High School is 94%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend Emil E. Holt Sr. High School?
1,479 students attend Emil E. Holt Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Emil E. Holt Sr. High School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emil E. Holt Sr. High School?
Emil E. Holt Sr. High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Emil E. Holt Sr. High School offer ?
Emil E. Holt Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Emil E. Holt Sr. High School part of?
Emil E. Holt Sr. High School is part of Wentzville R-IV School District.
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