Serving 534 students in grades 7-8, Northern Hills Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). 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 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northern Hills Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Northern Hills Middle School's student population of 534 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
534 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Northern Hills Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northern Hills Middle School is 0.48, which is less 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
#116 out of 3069 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
6%
18%
White
71%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northern Hills Middle School's ranking?
Northern Hills Middle School is ranked #116 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Northern Hills Middle School often compared to?
Northern Hills Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northern Trails 56 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Northern Hills Middle School?
534 students attend Northern Hills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Northern Hills Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northern Hills Middle School?
Northern Hills Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northern Hills Middle School offer ?
Northern Hills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northern Hills Middle School part of?
Northern Hills Middle School is part of Forest Hills School District.
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