Serving 464 students in grades 9-12, Holmes County High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida 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 Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Holmes County High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Bonifay, FL, covering approximately 489 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 24.5 miles to the furthest border.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holmes County High School's student population of 464 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
464 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Holmes County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holmes County High School is 0.24, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2003 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
2%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
87%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holmes County High School's ranking?
Holmes County High School is ranked #2003 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Holmes County High School often compared to?
Holmes County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bethlehem High School, Ponce De Leon 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% FL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Holmes County High School?
The graduation rate of Holmes County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Holmes County High School?
464 students attend Holmes County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Holmes County High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holmes County High School?
Holmes County High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Holmes County High School offer ?
Holmes County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holmes County High School part of?
Holmes County High School is part of Holmes School District.
School Calendar
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