Holt High School in Tuscaloosa, AL serves 424 students in grades 9–12 with a student–teacher ratio of 15:1, which is approximately equal to the state average.
The school's math proficiency is 6–9%, reading proficiency is 10–14%, and science proficiency is 6–9%, all of which are lower than the Alabama state averages.
The graduation rate at Holt High School is between 85–89%, which is lower than the state average of 88%.
Enrollment has remained relatively stable around 424 students, with minority enrollment constituting approximately 79% of the student body and 68% of students eligible for free or reduced–price lunch, indicating a significant proportion of low–income families.
The overall school ranking declined from #765 in 2010 to #1187 in 2023, placing Holt High School in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holt High School's student population of 456 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
456 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Holt High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holt High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1187 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
36%
12%
Black
42%
31%
White
21%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holt High School's ranking?
Holt High School is ranked #1187 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Holt High School often compared to?
Holt High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillcrest High School, Central High School, Brookwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Holt High School?
The graduation rate of Holt High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Holt High School?
456 students attend Holt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Holt High School students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holt High School?
Holt High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Holt High School offer ?
Holt High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holt High School part of?
Holt High School is part of Tuscaloosa County School District.
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