Serving 254 students in grades 9-12, Holston High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Holston High serves the eastern part of its district in Damascus, VA, covering an area of approximately 130.3 square miles, with typical travel times of 15 to 20 minutes to the school and an average distance of 7.6 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 10.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holston High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Holston High School's student population of 254 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
254 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1964
School Rankings
Holston High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holston High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#433 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
1%
21%
Showing 2003–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
96%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
12%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holston High School's ranking?
Holston High School is ranked #433 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Holston High School often compared to?
Holston High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abingdon High School, John S. Battle High School, Patrick Henry High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Holston High School?
The graduation rate of Holston High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Holston High School?
254 students attend Holston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Holston High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holston High School?
Holston High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Holston High School offer ?
Holston High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Holston High School part of?
Holston High School is part of Washington County School District.
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