Holyoke High School is a public high school in Holyoke, Massachusetts, United States. Since 2015, the school, along with the district, has been in state receivership and through a series of changes in ...
Serving 1,569 students in grades 9-12, Holyoke High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,569 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Holyoke High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Holyoke, MA, covering approximately 22.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum of 5.9 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holyoke High School's student population of 1,569 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 125 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,569 students
Total Classroom Teachers
125 teachers
Year Founded
1852
School Calendar
School Rankings
Holyoke High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holyoke High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1407 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
82%
26%
Black
5%
10%
White
10%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
77%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Purple
School Mascot
Knight
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holyoke High School's ranking?
Holyoke High School is ranked #1407 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Holyoke High School?
The graduation rate of Holyoke High School is 77%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Holyoke High School?
1,569 students attend Holyoke High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Holyoke High School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holyoke High School?
Holyoke High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Holyoke High School offer ?
Holyoke High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Holyoke High School part of?
Holyoke High School is part of Holyoke School District.
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