Holmes County Central High School

Holmes County Central High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
9749 BROZVILLE Rd,  Lexington, MS
Holmes County Consolidated School District
3.9
788 Students
C+
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average SAT Score
800
Average ACT Score
17
Math Proficiency
67%
Reading Proficiency
17%
Average GPA
3.18
Graduation Rate
92%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
B
Teachers
C
College Prep
C+
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
B
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.18
Reading Proficiency
17%
Math Proficiency
67%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
51
Full Time Teachers
51
College Prep
Average SAT
800
Math
370
Verbal
430
Average ACT
17
Math
16
English
16
Reading
17
Science
17
Number of AP Courses
6
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
33.2%
State Average
18%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
416:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.4%
Female
48.6%
Black
98.6%
White
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Hispanic
<1%
Native American
<1%

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.
Holmes Community College 328 Students
Mississippi State University 266 Students
University of Southern Mississippi 240 Students
Hinds Community College 229 Students
Jackson State University 210 Students
Alcorn State University 197 Students
University of Mississippi 191 Students
Mississippi Valley State University 137 Students
Delta State University 86 Students
Tougaloo College 86 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 88 Students
Business 51 Students
Small Business Management 22 Students
Cosmetology 22 Students
Welding 21 Students
Biology 20 Students
Accounting 19 Students
Welding Engineering Technician 19 Students
Psychology 18 Students
Physical Therapy 18 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 22 Reviews
5.0 Senior
2/21/2025
Attending Holmes County central high school have been a great experience, I've learned so many great things about this school and the people that attend it . Attending this school allowed me to win the biggest title I can ever win in high school .
3.0 Junior
4/2/2024
It's a decent school to attend. The best part attending at Holmes County is the high school choir. Because they are constantly traveling to different places around the world. The worst part about attending at Holmes County is the food the food isn't the best choice of meal.
3.0 Senior
1/26/2024
When I first starting coming her I was scared and excited. Over the years I started to not like it , their are many reasons why I don't like this school. This is my last year but i really can say I will miss it.

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Holmes County Central High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Lexington, MS and is served by the Holmes County Consolidated School District in Mississippi. The school has a total enrollment of 788 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 67% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 17% are proficient in reading. Holmes County Central High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.18, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 800 and an ACT score of 17. Discover additional schools in the area, like Central Holmes Christian School, William Dean Jr. Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Lexington has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Holmes County Central High School.

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