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#308 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 17% in state

Holliston High

High School · Holliston

370 Hollis Street, Holliston, MA 01746

Enrollment

803

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

8.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#308 of 1,793

In Holliston

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Holliston

Equity

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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8.1/10

High School in Holliston · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.9/10

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About Holliston High

Holliston High is a public high school in Holliston, MA, part of Holliston. Holliston High serves approximately 803 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Holliston High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #308 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Holliston High show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts above MA schools
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.7Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency79% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+33.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+25 pts
Overall Proficiency78% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+18.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
College Readiness9.4Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation38.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,706
Chronic Absenteeism17.8%

Holliston High — Students at Holliston High score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 86.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 86.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.6% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 44 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
97%
ELA
99.5%
2014
Math
95%
ELA
98%
2015
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2016
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2017
Math
92%
ELA
98%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
83%
ELA
76%
2020*
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2021*
Math
86.5%
ELA
88%
2022
Math
78%
ELA
71.5%
2023
Math
73%
ELA
73%
2024
Math
75%
ELA
74%
2025
Math
79%
ELA
77%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.

How Holliston High Compares

See how Holliston High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
83th percentile in MA
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
19
9 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
62 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
38.9% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics19sports offered
9 boys'·10 girls'·19 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

370 Hollis Street, Holliston, MA 01746

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holliston High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Hopkinton High (rated 8.3/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Hopkinton), with a very similar rating. Another option is Joseph P Keefe Technical High School (rated 7.3/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Framingham), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Medway High (rated 6.7/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Medway), a more accessible option. For more schools in Holliston, see our Holliston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Robert H. Adams Middle School Holliston 1.0 mi 7.9
Placentino Elementary Holliston 1.1 mi 4.6
Miller School Holliston 1.1 mi 7.8
Henry E Warren Elementary Ashland 2.5 mi 5.0
NORTH AMERICAN HOCKEY ACADEMY Ashland 2.4 mi
Medway High Medway 3.6 mi 6.7
William Pittaway Elementary Ashland 3.7 mi 4.9
Ashland Middle Ashland 3.6 mi 6.7
Ashland High Ashland 4.0 mi 6.7
John D Mc Govern Elementary Medway 3.8 mi 6.4
David Mindess Ashland 4.1 mi 7.2
PINCUSHION HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ashland 4.5 mi
METROWEST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ashland 4.3 mi 4.5
Medway Middle Medway 4.5 mi 7.4
Marathon Elementary School Hopkinton 3.6 mi 5.0
Joseph P Keefe Technical High School Framingham 4.9 mi 7.3
EVERGREEN CENTER Milford 4.3 mi 7.9
Burke/Memorial Elementary School Medway 4.8 mi 7.8
Barbieri Elementary Framingham 5.2 mi 4.5
Hopkinton High Hopkinton 4.0 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01746 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$154,684

Median Home Value

$620,500

Median Rent

$1,651/mo

Population

14,964

College Educated

65.7%

Homeownership

86.8%

Avg Commute

34.9 min

Poverty Rate

3.2%

Median Age

45.1

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Oliver Ames High North Easton, MA 8.1
Amherst Regional High Amherst, MA 8.0
Burlington High Burlington, MA 8.0
Longmeadow High Longmeadow, MA 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Holliston High

What grades does Holliston High serve?

Holliston High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Holliston High?

Holliston High has an enrollment of approximately 803 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Holliston High?

The student-teacher ratio at Holliston High is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Holliston High rank in MA?

Holliston High ranks #308 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Holliston High's MySchoolScout rating?

Holliston High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Holliston High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Holliston High has 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Holliston High a charter school?

No, Holliston High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Holliston High a Title I school?

No, Holliston High is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
803
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
62
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.8%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Holliston
District Enrollment
2,724
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,706
District Rank
#1 of 4

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