Serving 1,529 students in grades 9-12, Holt Senior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,529 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Holt Senior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering an area of approximately 32.2 square miles in Holt, MI. Most students typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being 3.1 miles and the furthest edge located 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holt Senior High School's student population of 1,529 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,529 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
Innovate. Educate. Inspire.
School Rankings
Holt Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holt Senior High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1355 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
16%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
13%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
53%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
81%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holt Senior High School's ranking?
Holt Senior High School is ranked #1355 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Holt Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Holt Senior High School is 81%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Holt Senior High School?
1,529 students attend Holt Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Holt Senior High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holt Senior High School?
Holt Senior High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Holt Senior High School offer ?
Holt Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Holt Senior High School part of?
Holt Senior High School is part of Holt School District.
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