Holly Springs High

5329 Cass Holt Road
Holly Springs, NC 27540

www.wcpss.net/hollyspringshs

2,018 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Holly Springs High School, located in the heart of Holly Springs, North Carolina, is a prominent secondary institution within the Wake County Public School System. Serving a growing suburban community, the school is known for its modern facilities and a comprehensive academic curriculum that emphasizes college and career readiness. The campus provides students with a wide array of opportunities, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses, Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, and a variety of extracurricular activities that foster student engagement and personal development.

Beyond its academic offerings, Holly Springs High School is well-regarded for its vibrant school spirit and strong commitment to community involvement. The school maintains a competitive athletic program and hosts numerous student organizations, including arts, music, and service clubs, which contribute to a well-rounded educational experience. By balancing rigorous scholastic standards with a supportive environment, Holly Springs High aims to prepare its diverse student body for success in higher education and the global workforce.

2,018

Total Students

102.7

Full-Time Teachers

19.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

13.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Holly Springs High
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,485
Hispanic	176
Black	156
Asian	120
Two or More	77
American Indian	3
Pacific Islander	1

White
1,485 (73.6%)
Hispanic
176 (8.7%)
Black
156 (7.7%)
Asian
120 (5.9%)
Two or More
77 (3.8%)
American Indian
3 (0.1%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.0%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Wake County Schools
Phone:	(919)577-1444
Website:	http://www.wcpss.net/hollyspringshs
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	2,018
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	102.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	19.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	259
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	19

* 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 9 483

Grade 10 511

Grade 11 516

Grade 12 508

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Holly Springs High
Grade	Student Count
Grade 9	483
Grade 10	511
Grade 11	516
Grade 12	508

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Holly Springs High
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	1,024	50.7%
Male	994	49.3%

Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)

Wake County Schools

2,449 Students

1501 Laura Duncan Road
Apex, NC 27502 (8.1 miles away)

High School 9th - 12th