Serving 391 students in grades 9-12, Holden High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holden High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Holden High School's student population of 391 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
391 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
30 acres
School Motto
Enter to Learn; Leave to Achieve
School Rankings
Holden High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holden High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1409 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
89%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holden High School's ranking?
Holden High School is ranked #1409 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Holden High School often compared to?
Holden High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crest Ridge High School, Chilhowee High 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 40% MO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Holden High School?
The graduation rate of Holden High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Holden High School?
391 students attend Holden High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Holden High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holden High School?
Holden High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Holden High School offer ?
Holden High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holden High School part of?
Holden High School is part of Holden R-III School District.
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