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#1187 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 37% in state

Holland Heights

Elementary School · Holland City School District

856 EAST 12TH ST, Holland, MI 49423

Enrollment

249

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,187 of 3,192

In Holland

#16 of 26

public schools

In district

#5 of 7

Holland City School District

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Holland Heights

6.8/10

Elementary School in Holland · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.1/10

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8.0/10

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About Holland Heights

Holland Heights is a public elementary school in Holland, MI, part of Holland City School District. Holland Heights serves approximately 249 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Holland Heights has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,187 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Holland Heights show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

What's said publicly about Holland Heights

Sources: Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Holland Public Schools is a public school district headquartered in Holland, Michigan 1 . The district serves portions of southern Ottawa County and northern Allegan County, including almost all of Holland, parts of Holland and Park townships in Ottawa County, and part of Laketown Township in Allegan County 1 . The district offers classes in the common core curriculum alongside various other programs 1 . These additional programs include art, music, athletics, theater, forensics, K-12 Spanish, technology literacy, special education, English as a second language, and extra-curricular activities 1 .
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How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.7
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-7.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.8 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+14.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,992
Chronic Absenteeism29.3%

Holland Heights — Students at Holland Heights score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

79.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 38.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 48.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
43.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
31%
ELA
58%
2013
Math
35%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
35%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
34.5%
ELA
44.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.1/10.

How Holland Heights Compares

See how Holland Heights performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
63th percentile in MI
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
80%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.3%

Location

856 EAST 12TH ST, Holland, MI 49423

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holland Heights may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. New Groningen School (rated 8.9/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Zeeland), which scores notably higher. Another option is Zeeland Quest (rated 8.8/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Zeeland), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Holland Language Academy at Van Raalte (rated 8.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Holland, see our Holland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
RoerinkKnoll Education Center Holland 0.9 mi 6.2
HOLLAND ADVENTIST ACADEMY Holland 1.2 mi 7.2
Holland Middle School Holland 1.2 mi 5.5
Black River Public School MiddleHigh Holland 1.6 mi 7.8
Black River Public School Elementary Holland 1.6 mi 8.2
Lighthouse Academy Juvenile Justice Institute Holland 2.1 mi
New Groningen School Zeeland 2.2 mi 8.9
Eagle Crest Charter Academy Holland 2.7 mi 7.5
LAKESIDE MONTESSORI Holland 2.3 mi
SOUTH SIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Holland 2.5 mi 7.4
Holland Language Academy at Van Raalte Holland 2.5 mi 8.4
Vanderbilt Charter Academy Holland 2.6 mi 7.4
Jefferson Holland 2.7 mi 7.4
Holland High School Holland 2.7 mi 6.6
Holland Virtual Tech High School Holland 2.7 mi 7.0
CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Holland 3.8 mi 8.2
Creekside Middle School Zeeland 3.2 mi 7.6
West Ottawa Virtual Academy Holland 3.0 mi 4.2
Roosevelt Elementary School Zeeland 3.3 mi 8.1
Zeeland Quest Zeeland 3.3 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 49423 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,524

Median Home Value

$254,800

Median Rent

$1,143/mo

Population

46,693

College Educated

36.6%

Homeownership

74.1%

Avg Commute

17.9 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

35.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Holland Heights

What grades does Holland Heights serve?

Holland Heights serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Holland Heights?

Holland Heights has an enrollment of approximately 249 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Holland Heights?

The student-teacher ratio at Holland Heights is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Holland Heights rank in MI?

Holland Heights ranks #1,187 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Holland Heights's MySchoolScout rating?

Holland Heights has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Holland Heights?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Holland Heights has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Holland Heights a charter school?

No, Holland Heights is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Holland Heights a Title I school?

No, Holland Heights is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Holland Heights?

79.5% of students at Holland Heights qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Holland Heights stack up?

West
8.1
Sandyview Elementary School
8.0
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Ottawa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.3%

District

Holland City School District
District Enrollment
2,886
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,992
District Rank
#5 of 7

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