Holliston High School is the public secondary school serving Holliston, Massachusetts, United States. As of 2018, the school enrolled 809 students. The current principal is David List. MCAS, ACT, and SAT scores of Holliston High School students are consistently well above both state and national averages.
Serving 809 students in grades 9-12, Holliston High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 809 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Holliston High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Holliston, MA, covering approximately 19.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the edge of the zone, extending up to 3.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holliston High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Holliston High School's student population of 809 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
809 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1831
School Calendar
School Rankings
Holliston High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holliston High School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#110 out of 1626 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red & White
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holliston High School's ranking?
Holliston High School is ranked #110 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Holliston High School often compared to?
Holliston High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashland High School, Hopkinton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Holliston High School?
The graduation rate of Holliston High School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Holliston High School?
809 students attend Holliston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Holliston High School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holliston High School?
Holliston High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Holliston High School offer ?
Holliston High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Holliston High School part of?
Holliston High School is part of Holliston School District.
School Reviews
Review Holliston High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
When a Public School Cancels a Course Your Child Needs
Learn what parents can do when public schools cancel essential courses, including protecting graduation credits, finding approved alternatives, requesting substitutions, and preventing disruptions to college or career plans before deadlines.
Verify School Assignment Before Buying a House
Before buying a house, learn how to verify your child's assigned public school, check conflicting property listings, confirm enrollment eligibility, and avoid costly school assignment surprises before closing on a property.
School Bus Commute Times: What Parents Should Know
Discover how long school bus commutes really take, why routes vary, and what parents should ask about pickup times, student fatigue, transportation reliability, and daily schedules before choosing schools.
