Holmes H S

Holmes High School is a well-known public secondary school in San Antonio, Texas, that serves students in grades 9 through 12. It is an important school in the Northside Independent School District and has about 2,800 students, with a student-to-teacher ratio of about 17:1. The school is known as one of the best because it offers a wide range of academic programs, including an Advanced Placement program that 28% of students take part in. The campus is home to a diverse group of people, with 94% of students being minorities and 79% being economically disadvantaged. The performance data shows that 43% of students are good at reading and 20% are good at math. The school gets about $9,300 per student, which helps students get ready for college by giving them organized SAT and ACT tests. Holmes High School is one of the best schools in the area, where the median home price is about $245,000. It has a long history of strong academic and athletic participation, which creates a strong and spirited environment for its students, and it is one of the best high schools in Texas.

Holmes High School has a brand-new, two-story classroom building that is over 41,000 square feet. It has new areas for working together and unique areas for learning how to live. The student journalists at the school also got national attention when the Gallery of Excellence chose the 2025 "Justice" Yearbook for its great design and photography. The school also gets more involved in the community by giving parents regular tours and workshops that help students get ready for college and other things they can do after high school.

Q1. Does Holmes H S support learning through practical activities?

Ans. Yes, students work on projects and do things that help them learn skills they can use in the real world.

Q2. Can students take the SAT and ACT?

Ans. Yes, Holmes H S lets students who want to go to college take both the SAT and the ACT.

Q3. Are there chances for peer mentoring?

Ans. Of course, yes! Older kids can teach younger kids how to be leaders, work together, and help each other.

Q4. What can students do to get help with their homework?

Ans. Tutoring, advice, and counseling help students figure things out and do well in school.

Q5. Are there programs that help kids stay fit?

Ans. Of course! Holmes H S helps students' mental, emotional, and social health by giving them counseling and wellness programs.