Holland High School is a Division 1 public high school in Holland, Michigan. The schools colors are Red and white. The athletic nickname is "The Dutch".
Serving 966 students in grades 8-12, Holland High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 966 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Holland High School's student population of 966 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
966 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
1848
Colors
White, Red
School Rankings
Holland High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holland High School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1711 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
49%
9%
Black
10%
18%
White
32%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holland High School's ranking?
Holland High School is ranked #1711 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Holland High School often compared to?
Holland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Black River Public School Middlehigh, Zeeland West High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Holland High School?
The graduation rate of Holland High School is 81%, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Holland High School?
966 students attend Holland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Holland High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holland High School?
Holland High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Holland High School offer ?
Holland High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Holland High School part of?
Holland High School is part of Holland City School District.
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