Serving 335 students in grades 9-12, Holton High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Holton High's attendance zone covers the entire district in Holton, KS, encompassing approximately 163.4 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school from various points within the zone, which extends up to 13.2 miles from the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Holton High School's student population of 335 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
335 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Holton High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holton High School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#367 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
80%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.6%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holton High School's ranking?
Holton High School is ranked #367 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Holton High School often compared to?
Holton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jackson Heights High School And Middle 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 31% KS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Holton High School?
The graduation rate of Holton High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Holton High School?
335 students attend Holton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Holton High School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holton High School?
Holton High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Holton High School offer ?
Holton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holton High School part of?
Holton High School is part of Holton School District.
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