For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public middle schools serving 2,166 students in 49424, MI.
The top ranked public middle schools in 49424, MI are Eagle Crest Charter Academy, Sheldon Pines School and Harbor Lights Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 49424 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 49424, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 49424, MI Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eagle Crest Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11950 Riley St
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-2400
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-2400
Gr: K-8 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Sheldon Pines School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6542 136th Ave
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 738-8970
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 738-8970
Gr: K-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Harbor Lights Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1024 136th Ave
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-1000
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-1000
Gr: 6-8 | 856 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #44.
West Ottawa Virtual Academy
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
215 Beech St
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-2299
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-2299
Gr: K-12 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 35:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #55.
Macatawa Bay Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3700 140th Ave
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-2000
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-2000
Gr: 6-8 | 661 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: n/an/a
Lighthouse Academy Juvenile Justice Institute
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
12263 James St
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 393-4450
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 393-4450
Gr: 6-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
49424, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Elliott Street Bldg (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
605 Elliott Street
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 738-8940
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 738-8940
Gr: Inquire with school
342 West Lakewood Blvd
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 395-2200
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 395-2200
Gr: K-5 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Juvenile Detention Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
12110 Fillmore St
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 738-8970
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 738-8970
Gr: 3-12 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
The Pines High School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
583 Riley Street
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 738-6500
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 738-6500
Gr: 9-12
1036 N 136th Ave
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-1000
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-1000
Gr: 6-8 | 1,069 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 49424, MI?
The top ranked public middle schools in 49424, MI include Eagle Crest Charter Academy, Sheldon Pines School and Harbor Lights Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 49424?
6 public middle schools are located in 49424.
What is the racial composition of students in 49424?
49424 public middle schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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