Holmes High School
878 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
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.
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.
878
Total Students
58.0
Full-Time Teachers
15.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
81.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 323 |
| Hispanic | 248 |
| Black | 212 |
| Two or More | 94 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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White323 (36.8 %)
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Hispanic248 (28.2 %)
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Black212 (24.1 %)
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Two or More94 (10.7 %)
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American Indian1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Covington Independent |
| Phone: | (859)655-9545 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 878 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 58.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 712 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 3 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
295
Grade 10
245
Grade 11
201
Grade 12
133
Ungraded
4
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 295 |
| Grade 10 | 245 |
| Grade 11 | 201 |
| Grade 12 | 133 |
| Ungraded | 4 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 404 | 46% |
| Male | 474 | 54% |
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