Holly Springs High School

5329 Cass Holt Road
Holly Springs, NC 27540
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 2,200 students in grades 9-12, Holly Springs High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,200 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : 97% (Top 5% in NC)
  • : Top 10%
  • : 65% (Top 20%)
  • : 74% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Holly Springs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

School Overview

Holly Springs High School's student population of 2,200 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 115 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,200 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
115 teachers
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School Rankings

Holly Springs High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holly Springs High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NC)
#256 out of 2568 schools
(Top 10%)
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65%
42%
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74%
47%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
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American Indian
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1%
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Asian
4%
4%
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Hispanic
8%
20%
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Black
8%
25%
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White
76%
45%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.41
This chart display the diversity score of Holly Springs High School and the public school average diversity score of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
97%
85%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Holly Springs High School's ranking?
Holly Springs High School is ranked #256 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Holly Springs High School often compared to?
Holly Springs High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Apex High School, Middle Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Holly Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Holly Springs High School is 97%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Holly Springs High School?
2,200 students attend Holly Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Holly Springs High School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% 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 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Holly Springs High School offer ?
Holly Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Holly Springs High School part of?
Holly Springs High School is part of Wake County Schools School District.

School Reviews

5   2/20/2021
wonderful admin and staff, lots of opportunities given.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - anonymous
1   3/20/2020
It's good if you love homework and mean teachers.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Joe Hoo
2   11/20/2014
My family and I moved from up North to NC. My oldest daughter goes to Holly Springs High School. She is a varsity track runner in her old school. She did everything she was supposed to for this school. However, the athletic director will not let her try out. I believe this is because we are not from the South. All I can say is if you are relocating, be careful in choosing the schools.
- Posted by Parent - proac

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,200 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : 97% (Top 5%)
  • : Top 10%
  • : 65% (Top 20%)
  • : 74% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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