Holston High
254 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Holston High School, located in Damascus, Virginia, serves as a central educational hub for students in the Washington County Public Schools district. Situated in a small, rural community known for its outdoor recreation and proximity to the Virginia Creeper Trail, the school fosters a close-knit environment where students benefit from personalized attention and a strong sense of community spirit. As the primary high school for the area, it plays a vital role in the town’s social and extracurricular life, hosting various athletic events and school programs that engage both the student body and local residents.
Academically, Holston High is committed to preparing its students for post-secondary success, whether they intend to pursue higher education, enter the workforce, or enlist in the military. The school offers a standard curriculum complemented by career and technical education opportunities, allowing students to develop practical skills alongside traditional coursework. By emphasizing both academic achievement and character development, Holston High strives to maintain a supportive learning atmosphere that reflects the values and traditions of the Damascus region.
Academically, Holston High is committed to preparing its students for post-secondary success, whether they intend to pursue higher education, enter the workforce, or enlist in the military. The school offers a standard curriculum complemented by career and technical education opportunities, allowing students to develop practical skills alongside traditional coursework. By emphasizing both academic achievement and character development, Holston High strives to maintain a supportive learning atmosphere that reflects the values and traditions of the Damascus region.
254
Total Students
21.2
Full-Time Teachers
12.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
74.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 244 |
| Hispanic | 4 |
| Black | 2 |
| Two or More | 4 |
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White244 (96.1%)
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Hispanic4 (1.6%)
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Two or More4 (1.6%)
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Black2 (0.8%)
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: | Washington County Public Schools |
| Phone: | (276)739-4000 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 254 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 21.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 190 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
56
Grade 10
67
Grade 11
51
Grade 12
80
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 56 |
| Grade 10 | 67 |
| Grade 11 | 51 |
| Grade 12 | 80 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 120 | 47.2% |
| Male | 134 | 52.8% |
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