Holly Springs High

5329 Cass Holt Road
Holly Springs, NC 27540

www.wcpss.net/hollyspringshs

2,140 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Holly Springs High School, located in the heart of Holly Springs, North Carolina, is a prominent secondary institution within the Wake County Public School System. Serving a growing suburban community, the school is known for its modern facilities and a comprehensive academic curriculum that emphasizes college and career readiness. The campus provides students with a wide array of opportunities, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses, Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, and a variety of extracurricular activities that foster student engagement and personal development.

Beyond its academic offerings, Holly Springs High School is well-regarded for its vibrant school spirit and strong commitment to community involvement. The school maintains a competitive athletic program and hosts numerous student organizations, including arts, music, and service clubs, which contribute to a well-rounded educational experience. By balancing rigorous scholastic standards with a supportive environment, Holly Springs High aims to prepare its diverse student body for success in higher education and the global workforce.

2,140

Total Students

108.3

Full-Time Teachers

19.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

13.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Holly Springs High
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,622
Hispanic	170
Black	168
Asian	93
Two or More	80
American Indian	6
Pacific Islander	1

White
1,622 (75.8 %)
Hispanic
170 (7.9 %)
Black
168 (7.9 %)
Asian
93 (4.3 %)
Two or More
80 (3.7 %)
American Indian
6 (0.3 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.0 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Wake County Schools
Phone:	(919)577-1444
Website:	http://www.wcpss.net/hollyspringshs
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	2,140
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	108.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	19.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	259
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	19

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 524

Grade 10 531

Grade 11 570

Grade 12 515