For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 1,748 students in Hastings, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Hastings, MI are Northeastern Elementary School, Barry Isd Special Education and Star Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hastings, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Hastings have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Hastings, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northeastern Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
519 E Grant St
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 948-4421
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 948-4421
Gr: K-5 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Barry Isd Special Education
Special Education School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
555 W Woodlawn Ave
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-9545
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-9545
Gr: PK-12 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Star Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1900 Star School Rd
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 948-4442
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 948-4442
Gr: PK-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #44.
Hastings Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
232 W Grand St
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 948-4404
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 948-4404
Gr: 6-8 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #55.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
509 S Broadway St
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 948-4423
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 948-4423
Gr: K-5 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #66.
Southeastern Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1300 S East St
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 948-4419
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 948-4419
Gr: K-5 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
Lighthouse Academybarry County Community Building
Charter School
2950 W M 179 Hwy
Hastings, MI 49058
(616) 600-6501
Hastings, MI 49058
(616) 600-6501
Gr: 6-12 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Hastings, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Hastings, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Hastings, MI include Northeastern Elementary School, Barry Isd Special Education and Star Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Hastings?
7 public elementary schools are located in Hastings.
What is the racial composition of students in Hastings?
Hastings public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Hastings are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Hastings include: Central Elementary School vs. Star Elementary School, Star Elementary School vs. Central Elementary School, Southeastern Elementary School vs. Barry Isd Special Education
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