Serving 341 students in grades 9-12, Hemlock High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hemlock High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hemlock High School's student population of 341 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
341 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Hemlock High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hemlock High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#511 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
Hispanic
8%
9%
White
91%
63%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hemlock High School's ranking?
Hemlock High School is ranked #511 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Hemlock High School often compared to?
Hemlock High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freeland Middle Schoolhigh School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hemlock High School?
The graduation rate of Hemlock High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Hemlock High School?
341 students attend Hemlock High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Hemlock High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hemlock High School?
Hemlock High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hemlock High School offer ?
Hemlock High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hemlock High School part of?
Hemlock High School is part of Hemlock Public School District.
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