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Holmes Middle School

Public | 7-8 | 816 students

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4 stars

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Posted November 12, 2012

My son is in the 7th grade and he has nothing but good things to say about his teachers and the principal, Mr. Stromberg. It's a positive environment for a student to excel. The building is in good condition and the teachers are very friendly. Mr. Stomberg obviously cares about each and every student, and has been very supportive.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 3, 2011

My son is in seventh grade at Holmes. He loves it. He's above average in all subject matter primarily because he's interested in all of them. He loves all his teachers. Mr. Stromberg is the best administrator who cares about each and every child. The entire staff at Holmes is above average and Livonia is lucky to have the best school in the state.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 5, 2010

I have sent two sons to Livonia Public Schools. The oldes is now in college. The youngest now in Midle school. Holmes Middle school and Stevenson are both run by excellent principals and it shows. The staff is enthusiastic qualified and engaged. We are very happy our son is at Holmes.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 16, 2009

Great involvement with the students. Approve of the discipline and support there regulations. Teachers are supportive and generally care for the students success. Violin program nicely done.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 4, 2009

Holmes Middle School has a great staff starting with Mr. Stromberg. The students have a lot of opportunities to learn outside of the classroom with many after-school clubs and sports. The staff and parents of Holmes continue to raise money and use it in the most creative ways to keep the education experience top-notch for the students there.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 4, 2009

Great instrumental music program!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 4, 2009

its clean and very nice. it has great staff and everybody is nice. you have time to socialize and theres lots of time to get to and from classes. i love holmes middle school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 27, 2009

The principals and staff were very dedicated. the overall school environment was very conducive to learning. My kids love holmes
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 12, 2009

i hated it. no diversity, the teachers judged you and only seemed to pay any attention the the people on sports' teams. the faculty is terrible. they seem to think it's ok to tell a class about your health problems in detail


Posted October 4, 2008

This school has such good education then most other schools. It is one of the best schools I know of
—Submitted by a student


Posted September 6, 2008

i just started last weak and the teachers are awsome verry walcomeing and fun! and a lot of exstra coricular classes compared to clarincevil they dont evan have home ec.
—Submitted by a student


Posted April 24, 2008

This school has the most dedicated staff. I am amazed at how many teachers are still in their classrooms at 5pm. Holmes offers a wide variety of after school activities from book club to ski club and many althletics. The students are wonderful and parents are very involved. This is by far the best middle school in Livonia.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted November 15, 2007

I love this school. Its the best middle school a child could possibly attend, nice kids, and a great system!
—Submitted by a student


Posted September 14, 2004

I liked HMS. There were many ways to get involved and the teachers all made an effort to make you comfortable there. This school rocks my world!
—Submitted by a former student


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The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.

Grade level

Math

The state average for Math was 38% in 2013.

367 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
76%

2012

 
 
67%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
94%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 62% in 2013.

367 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
79%

2012

 
 
75%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
92%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 52% in 2013.

367 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
71%

2011

 
 
59%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 33% in 2013.

384 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
61%

2012

 
 
64%

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
89%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 66% in 2013.

384 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
77%

2012

 
 
74%

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
93%
Science

The state average for Science was 16% in 2013.

393 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
26%

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
92%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 93% 71%
Asian/Pacific Islander 3% 3%
Black 2% 20%
Hispanic 2% 5%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 1%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 10%N/A42%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 21N/A18
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

School basics

School Leader's name
  • Mr. Eric Stromberg
Fax number
  • (734) 744-2677

Programs

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16200 Newburgh Rd
Livonia, MI 48154
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Phone: (734) 744-2675

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