HOLMES HIGH SCHOOL

Holmes High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Covington Independent school district, located in Covington, KY with about 807 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 63 teachers, Holmes High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Holmes High School, located at 25th and Madison Avenue in Covington, Kentucky, serves as the flagship secondary school for the Covington Independent Public Schools district. As a pillar of the local community, the school is deeply rooted in the history of Northern Kentucky and plays a central role in the educational and extracurricular life of Covington’s youth. The campus is known for its comprehensive academic programming, which is designed to prepare students for diverse pathways, including college enrollment, career readiness, and technical certification.

Beyond academics, Holmes High School is well-regarded for its long-standing tradition of school spirit and its commitment to student development through athletics, arts, and extracurricular activities. The school emphasizes a supportive environment, focusing on fostering personal growth, civic responsibility, and community engagement among its student body. By bridging the gap between traditional learning and modern technological training, the school aims to equip students with the skills necessary to succeed in an ever-evolving global workforce while maintaining a strong connection to the local Covington community.

For more information, contact Holmes High School at (859) 655-9545 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

25th and Madison Ave
Covington, KY 41014
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HOLMES HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Covington, KY with about 807 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Kentucky

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
Not applicable
Total Students:
807
Teachers:
63
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 807 students

White
47.8%
Black or African American
28.6%
Hispanic/Latino
12.5%
Two or more races
10.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.4%

Female
46.1%
Male
53.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.