Serving 365 students in grades 1-4, Kc Ling Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: K.C. Ling Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Hemlock, MI, covering approximately 85.6 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 5.7 miles and the furthest edge reaching 8.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kc Ling Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Kc Ling Elementary School's student population of 365 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
365 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Kc Ling Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kc Ling Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#357 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kc Ling Elementary School's ranking?
Kc Ling Elementary School is ranked #357 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Kc Ling Elementary School often compared to?
Kc Ling Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Merrill Elementary School, Handley School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Kc Ling Elementary School?
365 students attend Kc Ling Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Kc Ling Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kc Ling Elementary School?
Kc Ling Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kc Ling Elementary School offer ?
Kc Ling Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kc Ling Elementary School part of?
Kc Ling Elementary School is part of Hemlock Public School District.
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