Serving 274 students in grades Kindergarten-5, North Holland Elementary School 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Holland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
North Holland Elementary School's student population of 274 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
274 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
North Holland Elementary School 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 North Holland Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1106 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%

Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
9%
4%

Hispanic
49%
9%

Black
2%
18%

White
30%
63%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
50%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Holland Elementary School's ranking?
North Holland Elementary School is ranked #1106 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend North Holland Elementary School?
274 students attend North Holland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of North Holland Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Holland Elementary School?
North Holland Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Holland Elementary School offer ?
North Holland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is North Holland Elementary School part of?
North Holland Elementary School is part of West Ottawa Public School District.
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