Summary:
The city of Hemlock, Michigan is home to 5 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools (one of which is a virtual school). The schools in this district demonstrate a range of academic performance, with a few standout institutions like KC Ling Elementary School and Hemlock High School leading the way.
KC Ling Elementary consistently ranks in the top 25% of Michigan elementary schools, with strong test scores and low chronic absenteeism. Meanwhile, Hemlock High School is a top-performing high school, ranking in the state's top 10% and boasting an impressive 90.9% four-year graduation rate. In contrast, Hemlock Virtual, the district's online high school, has struggled with low performance, high dropout rates, and significantly lower test scores compared to the state and district averages.
Overall, the Hemlock Public School District is ranked 67th out of 610 districts in Michigan and is rated 4 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger, indicating a consistent level of academic achievement across the district. However, the district's socioeconomic factors, such as free/reduced lunch rates, appear to play a role in student performance, with some schools like Hemlock Elementary and Hemlock Virtual struggling more in this area.
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