Serving 350 students in grades 5-8, Hemlock Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hemlock Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Hemlock, MI school district, encompassing approximately 85.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located up to 8.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hemlock Middle School's student population of 350 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
350 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Hemlock Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hemlock Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1258 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
92%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hemlock Middle School's ranking?
Hemlock Middle School is ranked #1258 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Hemlock Middle School?
350 students attend Hemlock Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Hemlock Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hemlock Middle School?
Hemlock Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hemlock Middle School offer ?
Hemlock Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hemlock Middle School part of?
Hemlock Middle School is part of Hemlock Public School District.
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