Hemlock Public School District
School District · Hemlock, Michigan
Avg Rating
6.8
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,812
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.9:1
Avg Rating
6.8
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,812
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.9:1
Evaluating Hemlock Public School District?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Hemlock Public School District as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Kc Ling Elementary School
Hemlock · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Hemlock High School
Hemlock · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Hemlock Virtual
Hemlock · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Michigan rank
#154 of 533
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.6
above Michigan avg
Per-pupil spending
$12,812
$1,771 vs Michigan median
District size
1,214 students
Typical than Michigan median
The short answer
Hemlock Public School District ranks #154 of 533 Michigan districts by overall school rating. Hemlock Public School District's schools with real test data average 6.5/10 across 4 schools. Its top-rated schools are Kc Ling Elementary School (7.6/10), Hemlock High School (6.5/10), and Hemlock Virtual (6.2/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Hemlock Public School District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (4 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kc Ling Elementary School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Hemlock High School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Hemlock Virtual | 6.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Hemlock Middle School | 5.6 / 10 |
See all 5 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Hemlock Public School District
Hemlock Public School District is a Hemlock, Michigan school district serving 5 schools. The district educates 1,214 students with a student-teacher ratio of 17.9:1. The district invests $12,812 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.8/10, Hemlock Public School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Kc Ling Elementary School, which has a composite score of 7.6/10.
In standardized testing, Hemlock Public School District students show an average math proficiency of 41.3% and ELA proficiency of 52.0%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Hemlock Public School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Hemlock Public School District with test data.
Schools in Hemlock Public School District
5 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 2
District Details
- State
- Michigan
- City
- Hemlock
- Total Enrollment
- 1,214
- Teachers (FTE)
- 68
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Hemlock Public School District?
Hemlock Public School District has 5 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Hemlock Public School District?
The average composite rating for Hemlock Public School District is 6.8/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Hemlock Public School District?
Hemlock Public School District spends $12,812 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Hemlock Public School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Hemlock Public School District is 17.9:1.
What is the top-rated school in Hemlock Public School District?
Kc Ling Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Hemlock Public School District with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What are the test scores in Hemlock Public School District?
Across schools in Hemlock Public School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 41.3% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 52.0%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Hemlock Public School District compare to other districts in Michigan?
Hemlock Public School District has an average school rating of 6.8/10 across 5 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Michigan by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.8/10
- Math Proficiency
- 41.3%
- ELA Proficiency
- 52.0%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Michigan Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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