Serving 3,448 students in grades 9-12, Hollister High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,448 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hollister High School's student population of 3,448 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 143 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
143 teachers
Year Founded
1875
School Calendar
School Colors
White, Red
School Rankings
Hollister High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hollister High School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4199 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
77%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
14%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hollister High School's ranking?
Hollister High School is ranked #4199 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hollister High School often compared to?
Hollister High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Christopher High School, Anzar High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hollister High School?
The graduation rate of Hollister High School is 92%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hollister High School?
3,448 students attend Hollister High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Hollister High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hollister High School?
Hollister High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hollister High School offer ?
Hollister High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hollister High School part of?
Hollister High School is part of San Benito High School District.
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