The Hope College Preparatory School was founded as the Holland Pioneer School in 1851. In 1857, the name was changed to the Holland Academy. Until 1925, the Prep School and Hope College had the same faculty and governing council. Due to a ruling for accreditation for the college, a separate faculty was established for the Prep School utilizing education students from the college. At this time the Prep School was also made a tuition free high school. In 1934, due to financial difficulties and more problems regarding accreditation, a motion was made by the Council of Hope College to disband the Prep School. This process was completed in 1938.
From the description of Records, 1862-1938. (Joint Archive of Holland, History Research Center). WorldCat record id: 30343397
