Serving 307 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Holland Language Academy At Van Raalte ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). 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 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
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 Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holland Language Academy At Van Raalte's student population of 307 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
307 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Holland Language Academy At Van Raalte ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holland Language Academy At Van Raalte is 0.50, which is less 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
#1259 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
63%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
32%
63%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holland Language Academy At Van Raalte's ranking?
Holland Language Academy At Van Raalte is ranked #1259 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Holland Language Academy At Van Raalte?
307 students attend Holland Language Academy At Van Raalte.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Holland Language Academy At Van Raalte students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holland Language Academy At Van Raalte?
Holland Language Academy At Van Raalte has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Holland Language Academy At Van Raalte offer ?
Holland Language Academy At Van Raalte offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Holland Language Academy At Van Raalte part of?
Holland Language Academy At Van Raalte is part of Holland City School District.
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