Serving 593 students in grades 6-8, North Hills Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: East Hills Middle School serves the northeast part of Bloomfield Hills, MI, covering an area of approximately 6.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance area being about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Hills Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Hills Middle School's student population of 593 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
593 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Go Blackhawks!
School Rankings
North Hills Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Hills Middle School is 0.45, 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
#181 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-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
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
School Mascot
Black Hawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Hills Middle School's ranking?
North Hills Middle School is ranked #181 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are North Hills Middle School often compared to?
North Hills Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hart Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend North Hills Middle School?
593 students attend North Hills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of North Hills Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Hills Middle School?
North Hills Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does North Hills Middle School offer ?
North Hills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Hills Middle School part of?
North Hills Middle School is part of Bloomfield Hills Schools.
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