For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 1,793 students in Hastings, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Hastings, MI are Barry Isd Special Education, Star Elementary School and Central 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 36% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Barry Isd Special Education
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
555 W Woodlawn Ave
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-9545
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-9545
Grades: PK-12
| 54 students
Rank: #22.
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
Grades: PK-5
| 304 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
509 S Broadway St
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 948-4423
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 948-4423
Grades: PK-5
| 264 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Northeastern Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
519 E Grant St
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 948-4421
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 948-4421
Grades: K-5
| 304 students
Rank: #55.
Hastings Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
232 W Grand St
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 948-4404
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 948-4404
Grades: 6-8
| 613 students
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
Grades: K-5
| 254 students
Hastings, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
535 West Woodlawn Ave
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-9545
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-9545
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Hastings Area Schools Alternative Education High School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
520 West South St
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 948-4400
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 948-4400
Grades: 9-12
| 43 students
Hastings Virtual Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2950 W M 179 Hwy
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-6167
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-6167
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
231 South Broadway St
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-9545
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-9545
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Hastings, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Hastings, MI include Barry Isd Special Education, Star Elementary School and Central Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Hastings?
6 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, Northeastern Elementary School vs. Star Elementary School
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