Serving 302 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Holland Language 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (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 At Van Raalte's student population of 302 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
302 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Holland Language At Van Raalte ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holland Language At Van Raalte is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1425 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
54%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
42%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 At Van Raalte's ranking?
Holland Language At Van Raalte is ranked #1425 out of 3,069 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?
30-34% 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).
How many students attend Holland Language At Van Raalte?
302 students attend Holland Language At Van Raalte.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Holland Language At Van Raalte students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holland Language At Van Raalte?
Holland Language At Van Raalte has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Holland Language At Van Raalte offer ?
Holland Language At Van Raalte offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Holland Language At Van Raalte part of?
Holland Language At Van Raalte is part of Holland City School District.
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