West Middle School serves 690 students in grades 6-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 was equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
690 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
38%
9%
Black
10%
18%
White
45%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend West Middle School?
690 students attend West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of West Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Middle School?
West Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Middle School offer ?
West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is West Middle School part of?
West Middle School is part of Holland City School District.
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