Holmdel High School is a comprehensive community four-year public high school serving students in ninth through twelfth grades from Holmdel Township, in Monmouth County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, operating as the lone secondary school in the Holmdel Township Public Schools.
Serving 960 students in grades 9-12, Holmdel High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 960 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holmdel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Holmdel High School's student population of 960 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
960 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Year Founded
1970
Colors
White, Royal blue, Silver
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Sep 3, 2025
School Rankings
Holmdel High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holmdel High School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#505 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
10%
Hispanic
5%
34%
Black
1%
15%
White
74%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holmdel High School's ranking?
Holmdel High School is ranked #505 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Holmdel High School often compared to?
Holmdel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manasquan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Holmdel High School?
The graduation rate of Holmdel High School is 99%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Holmdel High School?
960 students attend Holmdel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Holmdel High School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holmdel High School?
Holmdel High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Holmdel High School offer ?
Holmdel High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holmdel High School part of?
Holmdel High School is part of Holmdel Township School District.
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