For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 706 students in 48626, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48626, MI are Kc Ling Elementary School and Hemlock Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48626 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48626, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48626, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kc Ling Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | 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
Grades: 1-4
| 349 students
Rank: #22.
Hemlock Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
535 N Maple St
Hemlock, MI 48626
(989) 642-5253
Hemlock, MI 48626
(989) 642-5253
Grades: 5-8
| 357 students
48626, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
733 N Hemlock Rd
Hemlock, MI 48626
(989) 642-5287
Hemlock, MI 48626
(989) 642-5287
Grades: 11-12
| 58 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 48626, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 48626, MI include Kc Ling Elementary School and Hemlock Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48626?
2 public elementary schools are located in 48626.
What is the racial composition of students in 48626?
48626 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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