Serving 906 students in grades 6-12, Van Hoosen Middle School ranks in the top 5% 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 79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 906 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Van Hoosen Middle School serves the western part of Rochester, MI, covering an area of approximately 11.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the school, and the furthest edge of the zone reaching up to 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van Hoosen 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
Van Hoosen Middle School's student population of 906 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
906 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence in Education: Learning, Growing, Changing for Today and Tomorrow
School Rankings
Van Hoosen Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Hoosen Middle School is 0.55, 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
#101 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
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)
79%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
25%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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)11.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
4%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Hoosen Middle School's ranking?
Van Hoosen Middle School is ranked #101 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Van Hoosen Middle School often compared to?
Van Hoosen Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hart Middle School, West 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 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Van Hoosen Middle School?
906 students attend Van Hoosen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Van Hoosen Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Van Hoosen Middle School?
Van Hoosen Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Van Hoosen Middle School offer ?
Van Hoosen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Van Hoosen Middle School part of?
Van Hoosen Middle School is part of Rochester Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Van Hoosen Middle School located?
Van Hoosen Middle School is located in the Thornridge neighborhood of Rochester, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Thornridge.
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