Hollister High School is a school in Hollister, California, United States. It serves as the primary high school for Hollister city residents and most county residents and is within the San Benito High School District. The school's enrollment is approximately 3,400 students, served by 250 faculty and staff.
Serving 3,316 students in grades 9-12, Hollister High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,316 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: San Benito High's attendance zone covers the entire district of Hollister, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 1,027.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 16.7 miles to the zone's edge and some areas reaching up to 55.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hollister High School's student population of 3,316 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 144 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,316 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
144 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1875
School Calendar
School Motto
Baler STRONG—Scholarship, Teamwork, Reflection, Opportunity, Nurture, and Growth.
School Rankings
Hollister High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hollister High School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4832 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
78%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hollister High School's ranking?
Hollister High School is ranked #4832 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hollister High School often compared to?
Hollister High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Christopher High School, Anzar High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hollister High School?
The graduation rate of Hollister High School is 94%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Hollister High School?
3,316 students attend Hollister High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Hollister High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hollister High School?
Hollister High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hollister High School offer ?
Hollister High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hollister High School part of?
Hollister High School is part of San Benito High School District.
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