Serving 245 students in grades 9-12, Holton High School ranks in the bottom 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Holton High School's student population of 245 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Holton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holton High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1783 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
85%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holton High School's ranking?
Holton High School is ranked #1783 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Holton High School often compared to?
Holton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montague High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Holton High School?
The graduation rate of Holton High School is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Holton High School?
245 students attend Holton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Holton High School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holton High School?
Holton High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
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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