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Holland Woods Middle School

Middle School · Port Huron Area School District

1617 HOLLAND AVE, Port Huron, MI 48060

Enrollment

408

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

5.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,935 of 3,192

In Port Huron

#7 of 14

public schools

In district

#5 of 15

Port Huron Area School District

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Holland Woods Middle School

5.9/10

Middle School in Port Huron · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.6/10

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About Holland Woods Middle School

Holland Woods Middle School is a public middle school in Port Huron, MI, part of Port Huron Area School District. Holland Woods Middle School serves approximately 408 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Holland Woods Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,935 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Holland Woods Middle School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • MI avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

52% of students at Holland Woods Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.96 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-7.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.6 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment5.9Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,323
Chronic Absenteeism52.2%

Holland Woods Middle School — Students at Holland Woods Middle School score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

77.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 28.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
32.1% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 44.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
45.4% (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
76%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
26%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
22%
ELA
50%
2013
Math
25%
ELA
56%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
38%
2015
Math
23%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
45%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
24%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
21.8%
ELA
32.1%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Holland Woods Middle School Compares

See how Holland Woods Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
39th percentile in MI
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
5.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
78%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
52.2%

Location

1617 HOLLAND AVE, Port Huron, MI 48060

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holland Woods Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Fort Gratiot Middle School (rated 5.5/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Fort Gratiot), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Central Middle School (rated 4.3/10, 2.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Port Huron, see our Port Huron schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Port Huron Northern High School Port Huron 0.5 mi 7.6
ST MARY/MCCORMICK CATHOLIC ACADEMY Port Huron 0.6 mi 6.1
Garfield Elementary School Port Huron 0.9 mi 5.1
H D Crull Elementary School Port Huron 1.2 mi 6.3
Keewahdin Elementary School Fort Gratiot 2.3 mi 5.5
Harrison Center Port Huron 2.4 mi
Central Middle School Port Huron 2.6 mi 4.3
Blue Water Middle College Academy Port Huron 2.8 mi 6.5
Edison Elementary School Fort Gratiot 2.2 mi 6.1
Roosevelt Elementary School Port Huron 3.1 mi 3.8
Port Huron Schools Phoenix Academy Port Huron 3.2 mi 2.9
Port Huron High School Port Huron 3.2 mi 6.8
Woodrow Wilson Elementary Port Huron 3.4 mi 3.5
East Shore Leadership Academy Port Huron 3.4 mi 6.6
Michigamme Elementary School Port Huron 2.8 mi 3.5
Fort Gratiot Middle School Fort Gratiot 3.0 mi 5.5
Cleveland Elementary Port Huron 4.9 mi 2.7
Virtual Learning Academyof St Clair County Marysville 4.9 mi 4.5
Landmark Academy Kimball 4.4 mi 4.0
St Clair County Intervention Academy Port Huron 5.5 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,342

Median Home Value

$152,000

Median Rent

$1,005/mo

Population

39,502

College Educated

17.4%

Homeownership

62.2%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

20.2%

Median Age

39

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Holland Woods Middle School

What grades does Holland Woods Middle School serve?

Holland Woods Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Holland Woods Middle School?

Holland Woods Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 408 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Holland Woods Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Holland Woods Middle School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Holland Woods Middle School rank in MI?

Holland Woods Middle School ranks #1,935 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Holland Woods Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Holland Woods Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Woods Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Holland Woods Middle School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Holland Woods Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Holland Woods Middle School a Title I school?

No, Holland Woods Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Holland Woods Middle School?

77.7% of students at Holland Woods Middle School 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
45 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
77.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
St. Clair County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
52.2%

District

Port Huron Area School District
District Enrollment
7,147
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,323
District Rank
#5 of 15

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