Hollister High School is a school in Hollister, California, United States. It serves as the primary high school for Hollister city residents and most county residents and is within the San Benito High School District. The school's enrollment is approximately 3,400 students, served by 250 faculty and staff.
Serving 3,448 students in grades 9-12, Hollister High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hollister High School's student population of 3,448 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 143 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
143 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Red
School Calendar
School Motto
Baler STRONG—Scholarship, Teamwork, Reflection, Opportunity, Nurture, and Growth.
School Rankings
Hollister High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hollister High School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4832 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
77%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
14%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hollister High School's ranking?
Hollister High School is ranked #4832 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hollister High School often compared to?
Hollister High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anzar High School, Christopher High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hollister High School?
The graduation rate of Hollister High School is 94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hollister High School?
3,448 students attend Hollister High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Hollister High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hollister High School?
Hollister High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hollister High School offer ?
Hollister High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hollister High School part of?
Hollister High School is part of San Benito High School District.
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