For the 2026 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 (2026)
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%
48626, 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 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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