For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public middle schools serving 2,260 students in 49424, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49424, MI are Eagle Crest Charter Academy, Sheldon Pines School and Harbor Lights Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 49424 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 49424, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 49424, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eagle Crest Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11950 Riley St
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-2400
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-2400
Gr: K-8 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Sheldon Pines School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6542 136th Ave
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 738-8970
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 738-8970
Gr: K-12 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Harbor Lights Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1024 136th Ave
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-1000
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-1000
Gr: 6-8 | 903 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #44.
West Ottawa Virtual Academy
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
215 Beech St
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-2299
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-2299
Gr: K-12 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 40:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #55.
Macatawa Bay Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3700 140th Ave
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-2000
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 786-2000
Gr: 6-8 | 632 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #66.
Ottawa Area Center
Special Education School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10160 96th Ave
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 895-4303
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 895-4303
Gr: PK-12 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: n/an/a
Lighthouse Academy Juvenile Justice Institute
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
12263 James St
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 393-4450
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 393-4450
Gr: 6-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 49424, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49424, MI include Eagle Crest Charter Academy, Sheldon Pines School and Harbor Lights Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 49424?
7 public middle schools are located in 49424.
What is the racial composition of students in 49424?
49424 public middle schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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