Serving 898 students in grades 9-12, Holmes High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 898 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Minority Enrollment: 66%
Graduation Rate
: 80% (Btm 50% in KY)
Overall Testing Rank
: Bottom 50%
Math Proficiency
: 15% (Btm 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 21% (Btm 50%)
Science Proficiency
: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Holmes High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holmes High School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Holmes High School?
The graduation rate of Holmes High School is 80%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Holmes High School?
898 students attend Holmes High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Holmes High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holmes High School?
Holmes High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Holmes High School offer ?
Holmes High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Holmes High School part of?
I love this school I have gone here since 6th grade and I'm currently in 9th this is a really good school yeah there is a lot of drama but the teachers are great and teach in fun ways I wouldn't go to any other school!!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - anonymous
52/25/2011
a. Holmes High School is one of the only schools in the states that offers the Internaitional Baccalaureate Program, one of the most prestigious college-preparatory programs offered in the country.
b. While funding is being cut, Holmes has a lively theater department and choir, a marching and stage band, and IB art classes.
c. Holmes is known mostly for its achievements in basketball.
d. Considering parts of the school are almost 100 years old, it is not the newest looking school, but it is not run down.
e. Parent involvement is at the discretion of individual parents. Most parents of Holmes High School students have full time, working class jobs that do not always allow for involvement, but there are a healthy number of parents involved in decision making and after school activities.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - ohhmy
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 898 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Minority Enrollment: 66%
Graduation Rate
: 80% (Btm 50%)
Overall Testing Rank
: Bottom 50%
Math Proficiency
: 15% (Btm 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 21% (Btm 50%)
Science Proficiency
: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
