School Overview
Holston High School, located in Damascus, Virginia, serves as a central educational hub for students in the Washington County Public Schools district. Situated in a small, rural community known for its outdoor recreation and proximity to the Virginia Creeper Trail, the school fosters a close-knit environment where students benefit from personalized attention and a strong sense of community spirit. As the primary high school for the area, it plays a vital role in the town’s social and extracurricular life, hosting various athletic events and school programs that engage both the student body and local residents.

Academically, Holston High is committed to preparing its students for post-secondary success, whether they intend to pursue higher education, enter the workforce, or enlist in the military. The school offers a standard curriculum complemented by career and technical education opportunities, allowing students to develop practical skills alongside traditional coursework. By emphasizing both academic achievement and character development, Holston High strives to maintain a supportive learning atmosphere that reflects the values and traditions of the Damascus region.
245
Total Students
23.0
Full-Time Teachers
10.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
77.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for HOLSTON HIGH
Demographic Student Count
White232
Hispanic4
Black2
Asian1
Two or More6
  • White
    232 (94.7 %)
  • Two or More
    6 (2.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    4 (1.6 %)
  • Black
    2 (0.8 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.4 %)
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: Washington County Public Schools
Phone: (276)739-4000
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 245
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 23.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 190
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 50
Grade 10 83
Grade 11 52
Grade 12 60

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for HOLSTON HIGH
Grade Student Count
Grade 950
Grade 1083
Grade 1152
Grade 1260
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for HOLSTON HIGH
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female12049%
Male12551%