Black River Public School is a public college preparatory charter school located in Holland, Michigan.
Serving 569 students in grades 6-12, Black River Public School Middlehigh ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 569 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Black River Public School Middlehigh ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Black River Public School Middlehigh's student population of 569 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
569 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1996
Colors
Black, Green
School Rankings
Black River Public School Middlehigh ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Black River Public School Middlehigh is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#299 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
24%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
60%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: River Rat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black River Public School Middlehigh's ranking?
Black River Public School Middlehigh is ranked #299 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Black River Public School Middlehigh often compared to?
Black River Public School Middlehighis often viewed alongside schools like Holland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Black River Public School Middlehigh?
The graduation rate of Black River Public School Middlehigh is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Black River Public School Middlehigh?
569 students attend Black River Public School Middlehigh.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Black River Public School Middlehigh students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Black River Public School Middlehigh?
Black River Public School Middlehigh has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Black River Public School Middlehigh offer ?
Black River Public School Middlehigh offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Black River Public School Middlehigh part of?
Black River Public School Middlehigh is part of Black River Public School District.
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