Northern Hills Middle School

Northern Hills Middle School serves 534 students in grades 7-8 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, earning recognition as one of the state's higher-performing middle schools. With a MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranking #431 out of 3,204 Michigan schools, the school places in the 87th percentile statewide for academic achievement. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, with 78% of students scoring proficient or above in English Language Arts and 66% achieving proficiency in mathematics.

These results reflect the dedicated work of 28 full-time equivalent teachers who maintain a student-teacher ratio of 19.1:1, providing reasonable class sizes for middle school learners. Northern Hills Middle School benefits from its location in an established suburban community where families prioritize education. The surrounding 49525 zip code area features a median household income of $88,200 and a median home value of $270,200, with 47% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher.

The neighborhood's low poverty rate of 7.9% contributes to a stable learning environment. Located at 3775 Leonard Street NE, the school sits in a large suburban setting that offers families the advantages of both community feel and access to Grand Rapids' broader educational and cultural resources.