Holly Springs High School is a public high school located in Holly Springs, North Carolina, United States. It is part of the Wake County Public School System.
Serving 2,111 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 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,111 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Holly Springs High School's student population of 2,111 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,111 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Rankings
Holly Springs High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holly Springs High School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#142 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
9%
21%
Black
7%
25%
White
75%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Hawk
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holly Springs High School's ranking?
Holly Springs High School is ranked #142 out of 2,617 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?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Holly Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Holly Springs High School is 98%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Holly Springs High School?
2,111 students attend Holly Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Holly Springs High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% 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 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
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 Wake County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 2/20/2021
wonderful admin and staff, lots of opportunities given.
1 3/20/2020
It's good if you love homework and mean teachers.
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.
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