Serving 651 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 54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 651 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Holden High School serves the northeast part of Holden, LA, covering an area of approximately 69.3 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive of the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 10.7 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Holden High School's student population of 651 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
651 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
Holden High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holden High School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#156 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
1%
42%
White
86%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
83%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
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 #156 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Holden High School often compared to?
Holden High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Doyle High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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 80-89%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Holden High School?
651 students attend Holden High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Holden High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holden High School?
Holden High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Holden High School offer ?
Holden High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holden High School part of?
Holden High School is part of Livingston Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Great all around! A+ school! My daughters are enrolled here and they love the teachers!
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