Holston High School in Damascus, VA

Holston High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12

21308 Monroe Rd, Damascus, VA

Washington County Public Schools

4.1

5.0

250 Students

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Mr. Jimmy King

Student Teacher Ratio
13:1

Average SAT Score
1120

Average ACT Score
21

Math Proficiency
88%

Reading Proficiency
91%

Average GPA
3.67

Graduation Rate
87%

Academics

A-

Teachers

C+

College Prep

Administration

Resources/Facilities

Clubs and Activities

Sports

B+

Food

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Average GPA 3.67	Reading Proficiency 91%
Math Proficiency 88%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 13:1 Teachers 20	Full Time Teachers 20
Teachers in First or Second Year 12%

College Prep

Average SAT 1120 Math 550 Verbal 570	Average ACT 21 Math 21 English 19 Reading 23 Science 21
Number of AP Courses 4	AP Pass Rate 68.8%
AP Math Enrollment Very Low	AP Science Enrollment Very Low
Other AP Enrollment Low

Clubs and Activities

Girls Athletic Participation

Very Low

Boys Athletic Participation

Very Low

Test Scores

Equity

College Readiness

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

260:1

Student Diversity

Male 51%	Female 49%
White 94.7%	Two or more races 2.4%
Hispanic 1.6%	Black <1%
Asian or Pacific Islander <1%

School Rankings

#11 Niche Standout HS in Virginia

Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered

IB Programs Offered

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.

Virginia Tech 39 Students

East Tennessee State University 39 Students

Virginia Highlands Community College 34 Students

Radford University 31 Students

University of Tennessee, Knoxville 27 Students

Emory & Henry University 26 Students

University of Virginia 22 Students

James Madison University 20 Students

Liberty University 20 Students

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 17 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.

Psychology 15 Students

Nursing 13 Students

Biology 12 Students

Business 8 Students

Criminology 8 Students

Engineering 7 Students

Family Practice and Pediatric Nursing 7 Students

Veterinary Sciences 7 Students

Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 5 Students

Education 5 Students

This School’s Reviews

4.0 Senior

10/15/2020

At Holston High School, the teachers really care about the students. Everyone wants to help others succeed. The only thing that I have against the school is that they don't really prepare students for college.

4.0 NicheUser

6/29/2016

Everyone in the school is very supportive.

5.0 NicheUser

6/29/2016

Teachers are very helpful in and out of the class room

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5.0 other

2/16/2010

5.0 student

5/2/2008

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Homes for Sale

$600,000

Land
20.00 Acre Lot

TBD Alvarado Rd
New 5 days ago

Extraordinary long-range mountain views, approximately 290 feet of South Fork Holston River frontage, and direct access to the Virginia Creeper Trail combine to create one of Southwest Virginia's most remarkable farming, recreational, and development opportunities. This exceptional approximately 20-...

ROBERTA HYLTON

Highlands Real Estate | Sea Glass

(276) 296-6318

$1,495,000

2,160 Sq Ft

21560 Alvarado Rd

A once-in-a-generation opportunity to own one of Southwest Virginia's most extraordinary recreational, agricultural, hospitality, and development properties. The renowned Virginia Creeper Trail and the scenic South Fork Holston River converge along this 45.31 acre mountain retreat , creating an exce...

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(276) 421-4501

$229,900

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,662 Sq Ft

22247 Lincoln Cir

22247 Lincoln Circle, Damascus, VA Bungalow-Style Cottage 2 Bedrooms 1 Bath New Mini-Split Laundry Room Partial Unfinished Basement .43 Acre Lot Welcome to this charming bungalow-style cottage situated on 0.43 acres, conveniently located just outside Damascus, VA. Enjoy quick access to the Virginia ...

Karen Raines

Landmark Realty

(276) 329-3918

$600,000

Land
25.00 Acre Lot

0 Alvarado Rd
Unit 110860
New 5 days ago

A rare opportunity to own approximately 25 acres of rolling farmland, mountain views, and approximately 270 feet of frontage on the South Fork of the Holston River, all bordering the famed Virginia Creeper Trail between Abingdon and Damascus. The property features beautiful rolling hay fields, outst...

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Highlands Real Estate | Sea Glass

(276) 788-4248

$26,500

Land
3.01 Acre Lot

TBD Double Tree Dr

Elevated wooded building lot surrounded by the natural beauty of Washington County, VA. Set on more than 3 acres, this property offers a potential cabin site tucked above the road with easy access to both mountain and water recreational opportunities. A small creek borders the property, and the matu...

Mitch Anders

United Country Anders Realty & Auction

(276) 322-9437

$375,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,378 Sq Ft

26312 Pewter Ln
New 13 days ago

Single-level living on a flat, usable lot with multiple potential build sites—ideally located between Abingdon, Damascus, and South Holston Lake. Enjoy instant access to outdoor recreation: hiking and biking trails, the Holston River, and lake adventures close by. The home features an open-concept l...

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(276) 325-7746

$829,900

Land
28.50 Acre Lot

TBD Rhea Valley Rd

Don't miss this chance to own a piece of picturesque farmland in Washington County, VA. Up to 28.5 acres are available, and you can also purchase in 9.5-acre tracts or more. This rolling, scenic property offers panoramic mountain views and the peaceful lifestyle of Southwest Virginia country living,...

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(276) 208-8511

$350,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,160 Sq Ft

21570 Alvarado Rd
New 6 days ago

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2 Beds
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1,291 Sq Ft

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(276) 365-9939

$600,000

Land
25.00 Acre Lot

0 Alvarado Rd
Unit 9997785
New 4 days ago

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(276) 600-6909

$349,900

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,872 Sq Ft

24182 Buckeye Hollow Rd
New 24 days ago

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Realty One Group Results

(276) 445-9642

$399,900

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,400 Sq Ft

604 Hill Crest Ave

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3 Beds
2 Baths
2,160 Sq Ft

21570 Alvarado Rd
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Damascus Middle School

6th to 8th
Public

B+

Virginia Washington County Damascus 24236

Holston High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Damascus, VA and is served by the Washington County Public Schools in Virginia. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 250 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 88% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 91% are proficient in reading. Holston High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.67, the graduation rate is 87%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1120 and an ACT score of 21. Discover additional schools in the area, like Damascus Middle School, Rhea Valley Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Damascus has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Holston High School.

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