For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,214 students in Hemlock, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 132 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in Hemlock, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Hemlock, MI are Kc Ling Elementary School, Hemlock High School and Hemlock Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hemlock, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Hemlock have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Hemlock, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kc Ling Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
835 N Pine St
Hemlock, MI 48626
(989) 642-5235
Hemlock, MI 48626
(989) 642-5235
Gr: 1-4 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Hemlock High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
733 N Hemlock Rd
Hemlock, MI 48626
(989) 642-5287
Hemlock, MI 48626
(989) 642-5287
Gr: 9-12 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Hemlock Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
535 N Maple St
Hemlock, MI 48626
(989) 642-5253
Hemlock, MI 48626
(989) 642-5253
Gr: 5-8 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #44.
Hemlock Virtual
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
733 N Hemlock Rd
Hemlock, MI 48626
(989) 642-2338
Hemlock, MI 48626
(989) 642-2338
Gr: 7-12 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 58:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
200 Wilson St
Hemlock, MI 48626
(989) 642-5221
Hemlock, MI 48626
(989) 642-5221
Gr: PK-K | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Hemlock, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
733 N Hemlock Rd
Hemlock, MI 48626
(989) 642-5287
Hemlock, MI 48626
(989) 642-5287
Gr: 11-12 | 58 students Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Hemlock, MI?
The top ranked public schools in Hemlock, MI include Kc Ling Elementary School, Hemlock High School and Hemlock Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Hemlock?
5 public schools are located in Hemlock.
What percentage of students in Hemlock go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Hemlock are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Hemlock?
Hemlock public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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