Serving 291 students in grades 9-12, Holly Pond High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holly Pond High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Holly Pond High School's student population of 291 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
291 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Holly Pond High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holly Pond High School is 0.23, which is less 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
#831 out of 1276 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
10%
10%
Black
n/a
32%
White
87%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Holly Pond High School is a public high school located in Holly Pond, Alabama, U.S. It is one of several elementary and high schools that make up the Cullman County Board of Education.The campus sits on a large piece of land inside the town of Holly Pond.A new high school building has been built in the past five years, and another expansion brought more classrooms and a new library. Many middle school classess for grades 7th and 8th are held in the former high school building which sits nearby.
- The school's mascot is a Bronco named "Gus".
- The school's colors are green, white, and gold.
- Sports: Holly Pond has the following sports teams:
- Football, Basketbal, Baseball, Softball, Volleyball, Track, and Golf.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holly Pond High School's ranking?
Holly Pond High School is ranked #831 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Holly Pond High School often compared to?
Holly Pond High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Point High School, Cold Springs High School, Fairview 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 24% AL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Holly Pond High School?
The graduation rate of Holly Pond High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 89%.
How many students attend Holly Pond High School?
291 students attend Holly Pond High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Holly Pond High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holly Pond High School?
Holly Pond High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Holly Pond High School offer ?
Holly Pond High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Holly Pond High School part of?
Holly Pond High School is part of Cullman County School District.
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