Serving 288 students in grades 9-12, Holly Springs High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holly Springs High School's student population of 288 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
288 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Holly Springs High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holly Springs High School is 0.10, 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
#612 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
95%
45%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holly Springs High School's ranking?
Holly Springs High School is ranked #612 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Holly Springs High School often compared to?
Holly Springs High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Potts Camp High School, Byhalia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Holly Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Holly Springs High School is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Holly Springs High School?
288 students attend Holly Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Holly Springs High School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holly Springs High School?
Holly Springs High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Holly Springs High School offer ?
Holly Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holly Springs High School part of?
Holly Springs High School is part of Holly Springs School District.
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