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Zeeland East High School

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Zeeland East High School ranks 90 th of 800 Michigan high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Public Grades 9-12

90^th

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 800 Michigan High Schools

Better than 89% of Michigan high schools

Summary

Zeeland East High School in Zeeland, MI, serves approximately 935 students in grades 9-12 within the Zeeland Public Schools district, and has earned a 4-star rating every year for the past decade, currently ranking #90 out of 800 Michigan high schools.

Your child will find a highly engaging and supportive environment here. The school's chronic absenteeism rate is just 7.9%—dramatically lower than the state average of 27.9%—which tells you students want to be in class. Academically, Zeeland East shines brightest in social studies, with 66.7% of 11th graders scoring proficient on the state M-Step, outperforming the state average by more than 23 percentage points. This strength even surpasses nearby Hudsonville High School (44.7%) and West Ottawa High School Campus (55.3%). Literacy skills are also a standout, with 64.1% of 11th graders proficient in SAT reading and writing, and 9th and 10th graders scoring between 71-74% on PSAT ELA tests. The graduation rate is excellent at 96.6%, far above the state's 84.0%. While math scores (38.6% proficient on SAT) are solid compared to the state average (26.5%), they trail the school's own literacy results—a common pattern worth noting if your student needs extra math support.

Zeeland East also demonstrates a strong commitment to helping all students succeed. Economically disadvantaged students jumped from the 54th to the 88th percentile in statewide rankings in a single year, and Hispanic students improved from the 38th to the 74th percentile over the same period. The school achieves these results efficiently, spending about $14,857 per student—significantly less than Holland High School ($24,886) and even its sister school, Zeeland West High School ($16,115), while currently outperforming both in overall state ranking. With a student-teacher ratio of 18.5:1 and a current upward trajectory, Zeeland East offers a stable, high-quality education that keeps students engaged and prepared for the future.

935

Students ?

18.5

Student/teacher ratio ?

$14,857

Per pupil spending ?

15.1%

Free/reduced lunch eligible (2024-25) ?

All students in Michigan receive free school meals.

3333 96th Ave
Zeeland, MI 49464-9721

(616) 748-3100

District: Zeeland Public Schools

Feeder schools for Zeeland East High School:

Elementary:	Adams Elementary School
	Lincoln Elementary School
	Woodbridge Elementary School
Middle:	Cityside Middle School

Racial breakdown:

White:

72.4%

Hispanic:

17.1%

Two or more races:

4.8%

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At a glance

▬ Ranking trend: Holding steady — 88th percentile in 2016 → 89th in 2026

Strengths

✓Test scores above the Michigan average (59% vs 43% meeting standards)

✓Ranks in the top 11% of Michigan high schools

✓97% graduate in 4 years — above the Michigan average (84%)

Worth a look

!Some student groups rank well below the school's overall statewide standing

Students meeting standards (2025-2026) ?

This school59%

District avg54%

Michigan avg43%

90^th of 800

Michigan public high schools ?

Top 11%▬ steady since 2016

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

1^st of 3High Schools in the Zeeland Public Schools

83^rd of 625Zeeland Public Schools among Michigan districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Michigan percentile	Rating
2026	83.9	90 of 800	88.8%	★★★★☆
2025	73.8	164 of 739	77.8%	★★★★☆
2024	80.1	115 of 743	84.5%	★★★★☆
2023	81.5	112 of 735	84.8%	★★★★☆
2022	76.8	112 of 531	78.9%	★★★★☆
2021	68.2	128 of 561	77.2%	★★★★☆
2019	71.6	167 of 666	74.9%	★★★★☆
2018	86.0	88 of 824	89.3%	★★★★☆
2017	85.7	91 of 835	89.1%	★★★★☆
2016	84.9	100 of 852	88.3%	★★★★☆
2015	89.6	64 of 832	92.3%	★★★★★
2014	84.0	97 of 799	87.9%	★★★★☆
2013	78.6	142 of 805	82.4%	★★★★☆
2012	83.3	106 of 773	86.3%	★★★★☆
2011	81.4	118 of 784	84.9%	★★★★☆
2010	81.9	112 of 765	85.4%	★★★★☆
2009	78.3	156 of 754	79.3%	★★★★☆
2008	85.1	93 of 750	87.6%	★★★★☆
2007	77.8	152 of 767	80.2%	★★★★☆
2006	77.1	154 of 705	78.2%	★★★★☆

Asian

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Michigan percentile	Rating
2025	22.5	56 of 69	18.8%	★☆☆☆☆
2018	53.3	50 of 87	42.5%	★★☆☆☆

English Language Learner

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Michigan percentile	Rating
2026	72.4	19 of 119	84.0%	★★★★☆

Female

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Michigan percentile	Rating
2026	83.1	76 of 686	88.9%	★★★★☆
2025	79.5	92 of 629	85.4%	★★★★☆
2024	79.8	93 of 619	85.0%	★★★★☆
2023	71.7	132 of 611	78.4%	★★★★☆
2022	71.8	116 of 416	72.1%	★★★★☆
2021	69.9	102 of 462	77.9%	★★★★☆
2019	70.2	138 of 554	75.1%	★★★★☆
2018	87.0	67 of 710	90.6%	★★★★★

Hispanic

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Michigan percentile	Rating
2026	65.8	67 of 259	74.1%	★★★★☆
2025	37.4	125 of 203	38.4%	★★☆☆☆
2024	46.8	99 of 195	49.2%	★★★☆☆
2023	42.7	103 of 190	45.8%	★★☆☆☆
2022	71.7	30 of 83	63.9%	★★★☆☆
2019	45.9	48 of 97	50.5%	★★★☆☆
2018	59.9	67 of 201	66.7%	★★★☆☆

Low Socio Economic Status

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Michigan percentile	Rating
2026	78.4	83 of 719	88.5%	★★★★☆
2025	51.6	294 of 635	53.7%	★★★☆☆
2024	68.4	155 of 654	76.3%	★★★★☆
2023	63.6	187 of 614	69.5%	★★★☆☆
2022	75.6	90 of 369	75.6%	★★★★☆
2021	57.3	159 of 417	61.9%	★★★☆☆
2019	61.8	169 of 532	68.2%	★★★☆☆
2018	82.0	91 of 755	87.9%	★★★★☆

Male

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Michigan percentile	Rating
2026	79.4	97 of 693	86.0%	★★★★☆
2025	58.6	245 of 628	61.0%	★★★☆☆
2024	73.3	140 of 633	77.9%	★★★★☆
2023	82.4	88 of 611	85.6%	★★★★☆
2022	73.7	109 of 440	75.2%	★★★★☆
2021	56.3	170 of 472	64.0%	★★★☆☆
2019	63.3	186 of 543	65.7%	★★★☆☆
2018	78.9	119 of 707	83.2%	★★★★☆

Multi-racial

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Michigan percentile	Rating
2026	83.8	15 of 179	91.6%	★★★★★
2024	68.3	27 of 105	74.3%	★★★★☆

Special Education

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Michigan percentile	Rating
2026	53.3	82 of 220	62.7%	★★★☆☆
2023	34.9	75 of 116	35.3%	★★☆☆☆
2018	61.9	69 of 315	78.1%	★★★★☆

White

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Michigan percentile	Rating
2026	80.7	97 of 671	85.5%	★★★★☆
2025	76.9	116 of 639	81.8%	★★★★☆
2024	79.1	97 of 638	84.8%	★★★★☆
2023	83.6	80 of 647	87.6%	★★★★☆
2022	69.9	142 of 492	71.1%	★★★★☆
2021	65.1	138 of 516	73.3%	★★★★☆
2019	71.6	138 of 582	76.3%	★★★★☆
2018	83.1	93 of 708	86.9%	★★★★☆

How student groups rank statewide ? (each group's percentile vs the same group at other schools — higher is better; the +/- beside each compares the group with this school's overall percentile)

Multi-racial (2026)92nd percentile+3 vs school

Female (2026)89th percentile~ school

Low Socio Economic Status (2026)88th percentile~ school

Male (2026)86th percentile-3 vs school

White (2026)86th percentile-3 vs school

English Language Learner (2026)84th percentile-5 vs school

Hispanic (2026)74th percentile-15 vs school

Special Education (2026)63rd percentile-26 vs school

Asian (2025)19th percentile-59 vs school

By subject vs Michigan (2025-2026) ?

English Language Arts72%+13 vs state

Social Studies67%+23 vs state

Evidence-Based Reading and Writing64%+12 vs state

Mathematics55%+23 vs state

Science42%+7 vs state

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2026)				Ranking (2025)				PSAT English Language Arts (2026)			PSAT Mathematics (2026)			SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (2026)	SAT Mathematics (2026)	M-Step English Language Arts (2026)		M-Step Math (2026)		M-Step Science (2026)		M-Step Social Studies (2026)		Per Pupil Expenditures (2025)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/reduced lunch (2024-25)	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2026)	Statewide Rank (2026)	State Percentile (2026)	SchoolDigger Rating (2026)	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	Rank Change from Previous Year	PSAT English Language Arts 8th Grade	PSAT English Language Arts 9th Grade	PSAT English Language Arts 10th Grade	PSAT Mathematics 8th Grade	PSAT Mathematics 9th Grade	PSAT Mathematics 10th Grade	SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing 11th Grade	SAT Mathematics 11th Grade	M-Step English Language Arts 6th Grade	M-Step English Language Arts 7th Grade	M-Step Math 6th Grade	M-Step Math 7th Grade	M-Step Science 8th Grade	M-Step Science 11th Grade	M-Step Social Studies 8th Grade	M-Step Social Studies 11th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Zeeland East High School	Public	9-12	3333 96th Ave	Zeeland	49464	Ottawa County	Zeeland Public Schools	No	No	No	No	(616) 748-3100	935	50	18.5	15.1%	677 (72.4%)	19 (2.0%)	160 (17.1%)	32 (3.4%)	2 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	45 (4.8%)	83.9	90^th of 800 public high schools	88.8%		73.8	164^th of 739 public high schools	77.8%	74		71.2	74.0		56.1	54.3	64.1	38.6						41.8		66.7	$14,857	$751	$14,106
Zeeland West High School	Public	9-12	3390 100th Ave	Zeeland	49464	Ottawa County	Zeeland Public Schools	No	No	No	No	(616) 748-4500	975	52	18.7	16.1%	701 (71.9%)	14 (1.4%)	169 (17.3%)	51 (5.2%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (0.5%)	35 (3.6%)	71.2	176^th of 800 public high schools	78.0%		82.3	95^th of 739 public high schools	87.1%	81		63.2	62.1		46.6	41.5	56.7	34.6						35.1		60.6	$16,115	$864	$15,251
Venture Academy	Public	9-12	3390 100th Ave	Zeeland	49464	Ottawa County	Zeeland Public Schools	No	No	No	No	(616) 748-4740	82	4	18.6	29.3%	48 (58.5%)	3 (3.7%)	26 (31.7%)	1 (1.2%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (1.2%)	3 (3.7%)	26.2	563^rd of 800 public high schools	29.6%		22.1	567^th of 739 public high schools	23.3%	4			359.0			373.0	31.6	404.7						22.7		31.8	$12,697	$209	$12,488
Lighthouse Academy Juvenile Justice Institute	Public, Charter	6-12	12263 James St	Holland	49424	Ottawa County	Lighthouse Academy	Yes	No	No	Yes	(616) 393-4450	14	3	5.3	78.6%	7 (50.0%)	3 (21.4%)	2 (14.3%)	1 (7.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (7.1%)								(n/a)																	$28,881	$9,176	$19,705
Black River Public School MiddleHigh	Public, Charter	6-12	491 Columbia Ave	Holland	49423	Ottawa County	Black River Public School	Yes	No	No	No	(616) 355-0055	569	39	14.7	19.5%	338 (59.4%)	12 (2.1%)	137 (24.1%)	30 (5.3%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	51 (9.0%)	96.1	22^nd of 800 public high schools	97.3%		94.1	33^rd of 739 public high schools	95.5%	11	88.5	85.3	90.7	51.3	58.7	68.6	90.1	47.9	62.0	53.7	36.7	30.5	61.3	68.9	82.5	71.6	$17,093	$1,608	$15,484
Holland High School	Public	9-12	600 Van Raalte Ave	Holland	49423	Ottawa County	Holland City School District	No	No	No	No	(616) 494-5082	967	58	16.7	56.9%	320 (33.1%)	87 (9.0%)	471 (48.7%)	40 (4.1%)	2 (0.2%)	1 (0.1%)	46 (4.8%)	45	417^th of 800 public high schools	47.9%		43.8	419^th of 739 public high schools	43.3%	2		59.6	51.2		23.6	27.2	43.6	17.4						35.5		41.9	$24,886	$1,587	$23,299
Holland Virtual Technical High School	Public	11-12	600 Van Raalte Ave	Holland	49423	Ottawa County	Holland City School District	No	No	No	No	(616) 494-5051	48	1	48.0	89.6%	10 (20.8%)	6 (12.5%)	32 (66.7%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)								(n/a)																	$16,486	$807	$15,679
Careerline Technical Center	Public	11-12	13663 Port Sheldon St	Holland	49424	Ottawa County	Ottawa Area Independent School District (Isd)	No	No	No	No	(616) 738-8950	0	34	.0	—	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()								(n/a)
West Ottawa High School Campus	Public	9-12	3685 Butternut Dr	Holland	49424	Ottawa County	West Ottawa Public School District	No	No	No	No	(616) 786-1100	2,187	111	19.6	54.0%	833 (38.1%)	63 (2.9%)	997 (45.6%)	162 (7.4%)	9 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	123 (5.6%)	63.9	230^th of 800 public high schools	71.3%		69	189^th of 739 public high schools	74.4%	41		59.4	63.9		31.4	30.6	55.1	29.4						48.5		55.3	$15,908	$1,642	$14,266
Dunes Alternative High School	Public	6-12	3600 152nd Ave	Holland	49424	Ottawa County	West Ottawa Public School District	No	No	No	No	(616) 786-1100	81	2	36.0	61.7%	22 (27.2%)	8 (9.9%)	45 (55.6%)	2 (2.5%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (4.9%)								(n/a)							353.8	325.2						2071.5		2074.1	$16,808	$655	$16,153

Frequently Asked Questions about Zeeland East High School

What is the racial makeup of Zeeland East High School?

Students at Zeeland East High School are 72% White, 17% Hispanic, 5% Two or more races, 3% Asian, 2% African American.

How many students attend Zeeland East High School?

In the 2024-25 school year, 935 students attended Zeeland East High School.

What district is Zeeland East High School in?

Zeeland Public Schools

What schools feed into Zeeland East High School?

Zeeland East High School is fed by the following schools:

Elementary : Adams Elementary School
Elementary : Lincoln Elementary School
Elementary : Woodbridge Elementary School
Middle : Cityside Middle School

Is Zeeland East High School a good school?

Zeeland East High School ranks 90^th of 800 Michigan high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

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2024–25 attendance dataJan 6, 2026

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