Serving 122 students in grades 9-12, Holloway High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Holloway High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Murfreesboro, TN, encompassing approximately 567.4 square miles. The zone typically allows for a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and extending up to 19.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holloway High School's student population of 122 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
122 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
17 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1929
School Calendar
School Motto
To graduate productive citizens with the potential to pursue their desired career choice
School Rankings
Holloway High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holloway High School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1357 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.7%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holloway High School's ranking?
Holloway High School is ranked #1357 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Holloway High School often compared to?
Holloway High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blackman High School, Riverdale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Holloway High School?
The graduation rate of Holloway High School is 90%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Holloway High School?
122 students attend Holloway High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Holloway High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Holloway High School offer ?
Holloway High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holloway High School part of?
Holloway High School is part of Rutherford County School District.
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