Serving 605 students in grades 6-8, Holland Middle 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 18% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The East School serves the eastern part of Holland, MI, covering an area of approximately 4.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive time of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holland Middle School's student population of 605 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
605 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Holland Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holland Middle School is 0.67, 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
#2136 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
42%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holland Middle School's ranking?
Holland Middle School is ranked #2136 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Holland Middle School often compared to?
Holland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Black River Public School Middlehigh by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Holland Middle School?
605 students attend Holland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Holland Middle School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holland Middle School?
Holland Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Holland Middle School offer ?
Holland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Holland Middle School part of?
Holland Middle School is part of Holland City School District.
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