Black River Public School is a public college preparatory charter school located in Holland, Michigan.
Serving 550 students in grades 6-12, Black River Public School Middlehigh ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Black River Public School Middlehigh ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Black River Public School Middlehigh's student population of 550 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
550 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1996
Colors
Black, Green
School Rankings
Black River Public School Middlehigh ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Black River Public School Middlehigh is 0.57, 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
#437 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)51%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
24%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
61%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)≥95%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: River Rat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black River Public School Middlehigh's ranking?
Black River Public School Middlehigh is ranked #437 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Black River Public School Middlehigh often compared to?
Black River Public School Middlehighis often viewed alongside schools like Holland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Black River Public School Middlehigh?
The graduation rate of Black River Public School Middlehigh is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Black River Public School Middlehigh?
550 students attend Black River Public School Middlehigh.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Black River Public School Middlehigh students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Black River Public School Middlehigh?
Black River Public School Middlehigh has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Black River Public School Middlehigh offer ?
Black River Public School Middlehigh offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Black River Public School Middlehigh part of?
Black River Public School Middlehigh is part of Black River Public School District.
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