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Holyoke High

High School · Holyoke

500 Beech Street, Holyoke, MA 01040

Enrollment

1,567

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

5.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,238 of 1,793

In Holyoke

#8 of 11

public schools

In district

#8 of 10

Holyoke

Academic growth

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Holyoke High

5.3/10

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

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About Holyoke High

Holyoke High is a public high school in Holyoke, MA, part of Holyoke. Holyoke High serves approximately 1,567 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Holyoke High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,238 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Holyoke High show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts below MA schools
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

52% of students at Holyoke High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency21% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-35.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-31 pts
Overall Proficiency16% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)3% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+12.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
College Readiness4.5Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate75%
AP Participation7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,313
Chronic Absenteeism52.1%

Holyoke High — Students at Holyoke High score 16% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 3%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 51.8% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
65%
ELA
65%
2010
Math
68%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
58%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
84%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
86%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
85%
2018
Math
18%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
18%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
13%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
35%
2022
Math
10%
ELA
29%
2023
Math
11%
ELA
29%
2024
Math
15%
ELA
22%
2025
Math
10%
ELA
21%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Holyoke High Compares

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

Overall Score
5.3/10
31th percentile in MA
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.9
Sports
16
8 boys' · 8 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
127 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
52.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
7% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics16sports offered
8 boys'·8 girls'·28 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

500 Beech Street, Holyoke, MA 01040

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holyoke High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CENTER SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is E N White Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SPRINGDALE EDUCATION CENTER (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Holyoke, see our Holyoke schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Holyoke 0.4 mi 4.7
CENTER SCHOOL Holyoke 0.5 mi 8.2
Joseph Metcalf School Holyoke 0.6 mi 2.9
BLESSED SACRAMENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holyoke 0.6 mi 5.1
H.B. Lawrence School Holyoke 0.5 mi 6.7
SPRINGDALE EDUCATION CENTER Holyoke 0.7 mi 7.7
Holyoke Community Charter School Holyoke 1.0 mi 5.0
Morgan Full Service Community School Holyoke 0.8 mi 6.5
LIGHTHOUSE HOLYOKE Holyoke 0.9 mi 6.0
MATER DOLOROSA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Holyoke 1.2 mi 6.3
Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary Holyoke 1.1 mi 5.0
Holyoke STEM Academy Holyoke 1.6 mi 5.5
Kelly Elementary Holyoke 1.2 mi 6.7
E N White Elementary Holyoke 1.7 mi 8.2
NEW ENGLAND ADOLESCENT RESEARCH INSTITUTE Holyoke 1.5 mi 7.3
Maurice A Donahue Elementary Holyoke 1.8 mi 6.7
Lt Elmer J McMahon Elementary Holyoke 1.7 mi 6.4
Gateway to College at Holyoke Community College Holyoke 1.5 mi
Gen John J Stefanik Chicopee 2.3 mi 5.6
Lambert-Lavoie Chicopee 2.2 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,892

Median Home Value

$255,300

Median Rent

$1,016/mo

Population

37,949

College Educated

24.3%

Homeownership

41.6%

Avg Commute

19.4 min

Poverty Rate

23.7%

Median Age

39.1

Similar Schools

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School Rating
North Attleboro High North Attleborough, MA 5.3
Medford High Medford, MA 5.4
Quincy High Quincy, MA 5.5
Fitchburg High Fitchburg, MA 5.6
Madison Park Technical Vocational High School Roxbury, MA 5.0
Plymouth North High Plymouth, MA 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Holyoke High

What grades does Holyoke High serve?

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

How many students attend Holyoke High?

Holyoke High has an enrollment of approximately 1,567 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Holyoke High?

The student-teacher ratio at Holyoke High is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Holyoke High rank in MA?

Holyoke High ranks #1,238 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Holyoke High's MySchoolScout rating?

Holyoke High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Holyoke High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Holyoke High has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Holyoke High a charter school?

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

Is Holyoke High a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
60 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
49 Some Transit
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,567
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
127
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hampden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
52.1%
4-Year Graduation
75.0%

District

Holyoke
District Enrollment
4,898
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,313
District Rank
#8 of 10

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