For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,214 students in 48626, MI (there are , serving 132 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 48626, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48626, 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.
Public schools in zipcode 48626 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 48626, MI 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 48626, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: 1-4
| 349 students
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
Grades: 9-12
| 332 students
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
Grades: 5-8
| 357 students
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
Grades: 7-12
| 58 students
Rank: n/an/a
200 Wilson St
Hemlock, MI 48626
(989) 642-5221
Hemlock, MI 48626
(989) 642-5221
Grades: PK-K
| 118 students
48626, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
733 N Hemlock Rd
Hemlock, MI 48626
(989) 642-5287
Hemlock, MI 48626
(989) 642-5287
Grades: 11-12
| 58 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48626, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48626, MI include Kc Ling Elementary School, Hemlock High School and Hemlock Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 48626?
5 public schools are located in 48626.
What percentage of students in 48626 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 48626 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48626?
48626 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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