John A Holmes High

Edenton-Chowan Schools
800 North Oakum Street
Edenton, NC 27932
554 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
John A. Holmes High School, located in Edenton, North Carolina, serves as the primary secondary institution for the Edenton-Chowan School District. Situated on Woodard Street, the school is deeply rooted in a historic community, reflecting a commitment to providing a comprehensive educational experience for students in grades 9 through 12. The school aims to foster academic achievement, personal growth, and career readiness by offering a diverse curriculum that prepares students for post-secondary education and the workforce.

Beyond its academic offerings, John A. Holmes High School is central to the local community, promoting a culture of school spirit through various extracurricular activities, athletics, and student organizations. By balancing rigorous educational standards with opportunities for artistic and athletic development, the school strives to cultivate well-rounded citizens who are equipped to contribute positively to their community. Its ongoing efforts are supported by an emphasis on strong teacher-student relationships and a supportive environment tailored to the unique needs of its student body.
554
Total Students
36.1
Full-Time Teachers
15.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
99.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • Black
    247 (44.6%)
  • White
    208 (37.5%)
  • Hispanic
    60 (10.8%)
  • Two or More
    35 (6.3%)
  • Asian
    3 (0.5%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Edenton-Chowan Schools
Phone: (252)482-8426
Website: http://jah.edenton-chowan.net
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 554
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 36.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 551
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 156
Grade 10 133
Grade 11 133
Grade 12 132
Gender Ratio