Hemlock Virtual

Hemlock Virtual is an alternative high school located in the rural setting of Hemlock, Michigan. Serving students from seventh through twelfth grade, this small school has a total enrollment of 58 students and just one full-time equivalent teacher, resulting in a student-to-teacher ratio of 58:1. The school's rating on MySchoolScout is 3.7 out of 10, placing it at the 20th percentile among Michigan schools.

Hemlock Virtual’s academic performance shows that 25% of students are proficient or above in both ELA/Reading and Math. While Hemlock Virtual has room for improvement academically, it offers flexibility and support tailored to each student's needs. The school is situated in a rural area where personal attention and alternative learning methods can be particularly valuable.

With an enrollment of 58 students, Hemlock Virtual is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

While current test scores at Hemlock Virtual are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

The student-teacher ratio at Hemlock Virtual is 58:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.