D Top 91%

Holyoke High School

Grades 09-12 HOLYOKE, MA

Moved up 40 places from 2024 to 2025

#317 State Rank
F District Grade
500 Beech Street, HOLYOKE, MA 01040
Active Athletics 22 sports
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
1,485 Students
83.1% Attendance Rate
34.1 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

21% Meeting or exceeding expectations

2% exceeding expectations

2023 29% 29%
2024 22% 22%
2025 21% 21%

Mathematics

10% Meeting or exceeding expectations

1% exceeding expectations

2023 11% 11%
2024 15% 15%
2025 10% 10%

Science

9% Meeting or exceeding expectations
2023 20% 20%
2024 13% 13%
2025 9% 9%
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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 21%2%
2025Mathematics10 10%1%
2025Science10 9%—
2024English Language Arts10 22%—
2024Mathematics10 15%—
2024Science10 13%—
2023English Language Arts10 29%3%
2023Mathematics10 11%1%
2023Science10 20%2%

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

1,485 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

Hispanic 83.2%
White 9.8%
Black 4.7%
Multiracial 1.5%
Asian 0.7%

Gender

51.4% Male
48.4% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 19.6%
Special Education 31%
Free/Reduced Lunch 82.4%

Athletics Programs

22 sports programs with 722 student athletes

Boys Sports

  • Football 50 athletes
  • Basketball 33 athletes
  • Baseball 27 athletes
  • Volleyball 26 athletes
  • Rugby 23 athletes
  • Wrestling 21 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 21 athletes
  • Softball 19 athletes
  • Cross Country 4 athletes
  • Tennis 3 athletes
  • Field Hockey 1 athletes

Girls Sports

  • Wrestling 228 athletes
  • Unified Basketball 133 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 25 athletes
  • Softball 23 athletes
  • Soccer 20 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 19 athletes
  • Baseball 17 athletes
  • Cross Country 14 athletes
  • Tennis 7 athletes
  • Winter Swim/Dive 6 athletes
  • Basketball 2 athletes

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

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Graduation

9.7% Dropout Rate

Attendance

83.1% Attendance Rate
49.3% Chronic Absence

Advanced Placement

College Readiness

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Location

500 Beech Street, HOLYOKE, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Holyoke High School's grade rating?

Holyoke High School has earned a grade of D, ranked #317 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 91% 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 Holyoke High School?

Approximately 1,485 students are enrolled at Holyoke High School.

How does Holyoke High School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Holyoke High School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (21% proficient), Mathematics (10% proficient), Science (9% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What sports does Holyoke High School offer?

Holyoke High School offers 22 athletic programs (11 boys' sports, 11 girls' sports) with approximately 722 student athletes participating. Sports programs are sanctioned by the MIAA (Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association).

What is the graduation rate at Holyoke High School?

Holyoke High School has a 82.6% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.

What is the attendance rate at Holyoke High School?

Holyoke High School has an attendance rate of 83.1%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Holyoke High School part of?

Holyoke High School is part of Holyoke 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.