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Holliston High School

Grades 09-12 HOLLISTON, MA

Moved up 35 places from 2024 to 2025

#29 State Rank
A District Grade
370 Hollis Street, HOLLISTON, MA 01746
High Grad Rate 96.7% Active Athletics 30 sports
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
807 Students
94.1% Attendance Rate
71.5 Composite Score
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MCAS score comparisons

Students meeting or exceeding expectations · 2025 results

Each subject shows the average of published grade percentages, without weighting by enrollment. The bars compare available years on a 0–100% scale. Grade coverage and student groups can change between years.

English Language Arts

77% Meeting or exceeding expectations

18% exceeding expectations

2023 73% 73%
2024 74% 74%
2025 77% 77%

Mathematics

79% Meeting or exceeding expectations

26% exceeding expectations

2023 73% 73%
2024 75% 75%
2025 79% 79%

Science

70% Meeting or exceeding expectations

22% exceeding expectations

2023 71% 71%
2024 66% 66%
2025 70% 70%
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Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025English Language Arts10 77%18%
2025Mathematics10 79%26%
2025Science10 70%22%
2024English Language Arts10 74%22%
2024Mathematics10 75%26%
2024Science10 66%14%
2023English Language Arts10 73%16%
2023Mathematics10 73%13%
2023Science10 71%19%

MCAS subject percentages differ from the composite school rating, which combines available academic and school indicators. Letter grades and state ranks compare schools at the same level. A rank change describes relative position, not a percentage-point change in test scores. Read the rating methodology.

Student Demographics

807 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 76.3%
Asian 10.5%
Hispanic 8.3%
Multiracial 3.3%
Black 1.1%

Gender

51.7% Male
48% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 0.9%
Special Education 16.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch 11.4%

Athletics Programs

30 sports programs with 1,684 student athletes

Boys Sports

  • Football 70 athletes
  • Volleyball 68 athletes
  • Softball 50 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 41 athletes
  • Basketball 37 athletes
  • Wrestling 36 athletes
  • Lacrosse 35 athletes
  • Baseball 30 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 24 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 22 athletes
  • Cross Country 20 athletes
  • Golf 20 athletes
  • Tennis 20 athletes

Girls Sports

  • Wrestling 473 athletes
  • Unified Basketball 369 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 67 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 54 athletes
  • Soccer 45 athletes
  • Volleyball 39 athletes
  • Cross Country 35 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 31 athletes
  • Softball 24 athletes
  • Baseball 19 athletes
  • Tennis 19 athletes
  • Basketball 13 athletes
  • Winter Swim/Dive 9 athletes
  • Golf 7 athletes
  • Ski-Alpine 3 athletes
  • Gymnastics 3 athletes
  • Rugby 1 athletes

Sports data from the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA).

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Graduation

0.5% Dropout Rate

Attendance

94.1% Attendance Rate
14% Chronic Absence

Advanced Placement

College Readiness

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Location

370 Hollis Street, HOLLISTON, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Holliston High School's grade rating?

Holliston High School has earned a grade of A+, ranked #29 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 8% of Massachusetts High schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend Holliston High School?

Approximately 807 students are enrolled at Holliston High School.

How does Holliston High School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Holliston High School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (77% proficient), Mathematics (79% proficient), Science (70% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What sports does Holliston High School offer?

Holliston High School offers 30 athletic programs (13 boys' sports, 17 girls' sports) with approximately 1,684 student athletes participating. Sports programs are sanctioned by the MIAA (Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association).

What is the graduation rate at Holliston High School?

Holliston High School has a excellent 96.7% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.

What is the attendance rate at Holliston High School?

Holliston High School has an attendance rate of 94.1%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Holliston High School part of?

Holliston High School is part of Holliston School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.