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Hemlock Middle School

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Hemlock Middle School ranks 153 rd of 896 Michigan middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Public Grades 5-8

153^rd

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 896 Michigan Middle Schools

Better than 83% of Michigan middle schools

Summary

Hemlock Middle School in Hemlock, MI, serves 350 students in grades 5 through 8 and is part of the Hemlock Public School District, a highly rated district in the Saginaw area. The school has earned a 4-star rating and ranks in the top 20% of Michigan middle schools, a remarkable achievement given its modest per-student spending of $11,989—the lowest among nearby schools.

Hemlock stands out for its exceptional math and PSAT performance. In 6th and 7th grade, math proficiency rates hit 50.7% and 46.1%, respectively, far exceeding state averages of 31.9% and 33.3%. These scores rival those of top-performing neighbors like Jefferson Middle School and Swan Valley Middle School. On the 8th-grade PSAT, 71.6% of Hemlock students were proficient in English Language Arts and 45.1% in math, outpacing state averages by significant margins. The school also shines in 8th-grade social studies (62.7% proficiency) and science (51%), competitive with the affluent Midland and Swan Valley districts. Chronic absenteeism sits at 18.4%, well below the state average of 27.9% and dramatically better than nearby Saginaw Middle School (69.8%) or Thompson Middle School (72.9%).

Perhaps most impressive is Hemlock's trajectory. Five years ago, the school ranked in the 49th percentile; today it sits in the 83rd percentile—a sustained climb that reflects genuine improvement. The school also excels at supporting all learners: students from low socio-economic backgrounds rank in the 76th percentile statewide, showing the school effectively closes achievement gaps. One area to watch is 5th-grade math, where proficiency dips to 26.3%, below the state average. However, the dramatic rebound by 6th grade suggests the school successfully helps students transition and catch up. For parents seeking a school that delivers strong academics, efficient spending, and equitable outcomes, Hemlock Middle School is a standout choice in the region.

350

Students ?

17.1

Student/teacher ratio ?

$11,989

Per pupil spending ?

24.9%

Free/discounted lunch ?

535 N Maple St
Hemlock, MI 48626-8641

(989) 642-5253

District: Hemlock Public School District

Students who attend Hemlock Middle School usually attend:

High:

Hemlock High School

Feeder schools for Hemlock Middle School:

Elementary:	Hemlock Elementary School
	KC Ling Elementary School

Racial breakdown:

White:

92.6%

Hispanic:

4.9%

Two or more races:

2.6%

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At a glance

▲ Ranking trend: Improving — 67th percentile in 2016 → 83rd in 2026

Strengths

✓Ranks in the top 17% of Michigan middle schools

✓Ranking is trending up — up 16 percentile points since 2016

Worth a look

!Some student groups rank well below the school's overall statewide standing

Students meeting standards (2025-2026) ?

This school43%

District avg43%

Michigan avg39%

153^rd of 896

Michigan public middle schools ?

Top 17%▲ up 16 pts since 2016

From top 33% (2016) to top 17% (2026)

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

182^nd of 625Hemlock Public School District among Michigan districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Michigan percentile	Rating
2026	77.9	153 of 896	82.9%	★★★★☆
2025	76.6	159 of 890	82.1%	★★★★☆
2024	76.2	163 of 897	81.8%	★★★★☆
2023	72.1	196 of 883	77.8%	★★★★☆
2022	56.7	283 of 776	63.5%	★★★☆☆
2021	43.7	341 of 675	49.5%	★★☆☆☆
2019	63.0	243 of 792	69.3%	★★★☆☆
2018	61.4	325 of 838	61.2%	★★★☆☆
2017	61.4	262 of 821	68.1%	★★★☆☆
2016	62.5	298 of 894	66.7%	★★★☆☆
2015	64.4	296 of 919	67.8%	★★★☆☆
2014	59.2	376 of 921	59.2%	★★★☆☆
2013	61.7	321 of 919	65.1%	★★★☆☆
2012	69.8	244 of 900	72.9%	★★★★☆
2011	72.6	219 of 858	74.5%	★★★★☆
2010	58.6	482 of 851	43.4%	★★☆☆☆
2009	64.9	372 of 847	56.1%	★★★☆☆
2008	62.7	396 of 839	52.8%	★★★☆☆
2007	72.4	228 of 823	72.3%	★★★★☆
2006	69.9	266 of 806	67.0%	★★★☆☆

Female

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Michigan percentile	Rating
2026	72.0	162 of 789	79.5%	★★★★☆
2025	73.6	149 of 789	81.1%	★★★★☆
2024	70.5	160 of 771	79.2%	★★★★☆
2023	63.3	215 of 770	72.1%	★★★★☆
2022	54.5	240 of 657	63.5%	★★★☆☆
2021	39.6	301 of 521	42.2%	★★☆☆☆
2019	62.0	204 of 658	69.0%	★★★☆☆
2018	55.8	340 of 794	57.2%	★★★☆☆

Low Socio Economic Status

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Michigan percentile	Rating
2026	66.2	202 of 834	75.8%	★★★★☆
2025	64.4	221 of 832	73.4%	★★★★☆
2024	58.7	271 of 836	67.6%	★★★☆☆
2023	64.8	202 of 825	75.5%	★★★★☆
2022	61.6	200 of 691	71.1%	★★★★☆
2021	53.1	200 of 523	61.8%	★★★☆☆
2019	48.8	333 of 672	50.4%	★★★☆☆
2018	38.0	544 of 815	33.3%	★★☆☆☆

Male

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Michigan percentile	Rating
2026	76.9	147 of 813	81.9%	★★★★☆
2025	72.5	171 of 798	78.6%	★★★★☆
2024	74.7	149 of 786	81.0%	★★★★☆
2023	72.4	153 of 776	80.3%	★★★★☆
2022	57.0	237 of 658	64.0%	★★★☆☆
2021	37.9	315 of 540	41.7%	★★☆☆☆
2019	53.3	255 of 639	60.1%	★★★☆☆
2018	62.6	271 of 797	66.0%	★★★☆☆

Special Education

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Michigan percentile	Rating
2018	32.8	268 of 377	28.9%	★☆☆☆☆

White

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Michigan percentile	Rating
2026	66.8	182 of 687	73.5%	★★★★☆
2025	68.3	180 of 696	74.1%	★★★★☆
2024	66.8	185 of 701	73.6%	★★★★☆
2023	63.9	202 of 688	70.6%	★★★★☆
2022	49.4	286 of 638	55.2%	★★★☆☆
2021	33.9	382 of 577	33.8%	★★☆☆☆
2019	51.2	275 of 624	55.9%	★★★☆☆
2018	47.0	352 of 678	48.1%	★★☆☆☆

How student groups rank statewide ? (each group's percentile vs the same group at other schools — higher is better; the +/- beside each compares the group with this school's overall percentile)

Male (2026)82nd percentile~ school

Female (2026)79th percentile-3 vs school

Low Socio Economic Status (2026)76th percentile-7 vs school

White (2026)74th percentile-9 vs school

Special Education (2018)29th percentile-32 vs school

By subject vs Michigan (2025-2026) ?

Mathematics45%+12 vs state

English Language Arts42%~ state avg

Science40%~ state avg

Social Studies40%~ state avg

Math39%+7 vs state

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2026)				Ranking (2025)				PSAT English Language Arts (2026)	PSAT Mathematics (2026)	M-Step English Language Arts (2026)			M-Step Math (2026)			M-Step Science (2026)		M-Step Social Studies (2026)		Per Pupil Expenditures (2025)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients (2025)	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2026)	Statewide Rank (2026)	State Percentile (2026)	SchoolDigger Rating (2026)	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	Rank Change from Previous Year	PSAT English Language Arts 8th Grade	PSAT Mathematics 8th Grade	M-Step English Language Arts 5th Grade	M-Step English Language Arts 6th Grade	M-Step English Language Arts 7th Grade	M-Step Math 5th Grade	M-Step Math 6th Grade	M-Step Math 7th Grade	M-Step Science 5th Grade	M-Step Science 8th Grade	M-Step Social Studies 5th Grade	M-Step Social Studies 8th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Hemlock Middle School	Public	5-8	535 N Maple St	Hemlock	48626	Saginaw County	Hemlock Public School District	No	No	No	No	(989) 642-5253	350	20	17.1	24.9%	324 (92.6%)	0 (0.0%)	17 (4.9%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	9 (2.6%)	77.9	153^rd of 896 public middle schools	82.9%		76.6	159^th of 890 public middle schools	82.1%	6	71.6	45.1	38.6	46.1	43.8	26.3	50.7	46.1	29.8	51.0	19.3	62.7	$11,989	$678	$11,310
Merrill Middle School	Public	6-8	755 W Alice St	Merrill	48637	Saginaw County	Merrill Community Schools	No	No	No	Yes	(989) 643-7231	97	8	12.1	52.6%	95 (97.9%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (1.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (1.0%)	35.4	562^nd of 896 public middle schools	37.3%		36.7	547^th of 890 public middle schools	38.5%	15	58.5	7.3		29.4	23.1		22.2	34.6		29.3		42.5	$18,388	$1,637	$16,751
Swan Valley Middle School	Public	6-8	453 Van Wormer Rd	Saginaw	48609	Saginaw County	Swan Valley School District	No	No	No	No	(989) 921-2601	408	23	17.9	32.1%	307 (75.2%)	6 (1.5%)	66 (16.2%)	4 (1.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	25 (6.1%)	89.7	71^st of 896 public middle schools	92.1%		85.2	100^th of 890 public middle schools	88.8%	29	86.0	57.3		54.4	58.4		52.2	46.7		64.0		70.7	$13,168	$654	$12,514
White Pine Middle School	Public	6-8	505 N Center Rd	Saginaw	48638	Saginaw County	Saginaw Township Community Schools	No	No	No	No	(989) 797-1814	1,019	62	16.3	48.4%	498 (48.9%)	214 (21.0%)	204 (20.0%)	20 (2.0%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (0.3%)	80 (7.9%)	44.2	478^th of 896 public middle schools	46.7%		44.1	489^th of 890 public middle schools	45.1%	11	56.5	26.0		31.4	37.0		21.3	23.9		36.6		49.8	$16,412	$1,230	$15,183
Bullock Creek Middle School	Public	6-8	644 S Badour Rd	Midland	48640	Midland County	Bullock Creek School District	No	No	No	No	(989) 631-9260	348	21	16.2	33.3%	316 (90.8%)	4 (1.1%)	13 (3.7%)	1 (0.3%)	4 (1.1%)	1 (0.3%)	9 (2.6%)	61.2	285^th of 896 public middle schools	68.2%		76.2	164^th of 890 public middle schools	81.6%	121	61.0	32.2		44.5	49.1		30.1	28.4		44.9		57.6	$13,648	$965	$12,683
Thompson Middle School	Public	6-8	3021 Court St	Saginaw	48602	Saginaw County	Saginaw School District of the City of	No	No	No	Yes	(989) 399-5600	585	27	21.6	90.9%	117 (20.0%)	349 (59.7%)	96 (16.4%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (0.7%)	18 (3.1%)	7.1	865^th of 896 public middle schools	3.5%		5.8	866^th of 890 public middle schools	2.7%	1	30.6	2.7		8.4	16.0		5.8	3.8		9.2		13.0	$16,877	$3,132	$13,745
Northeast Middle School	Public	6-8	1305 E Sugnet Rd	Midland	48642	Midland County	Midland Public Schools	No	No	No	No	(989) 923-5772	789	49	16.1	50.7%	662 (83.9%)	22 (2.8%)	49 (6.2%)	7 (0.9%)	3 (0.4%)	5 (0.6%)	41 (5.2%)	85.8	103^rd of 896 public middle schools	88.5%		80.6	134^th of 890 public middle schools	84.9%	31	77.8	58.3		60.1	58.8		40.6	44.4		58.3		69.0	$14,438	$347	$14,091
Carrollton Middle School	Public	6-8	3211 Carla Dr	Saginaw	48604	Saginaw County	Carrollton Public Schools	No	No	No	Yes	(989) 753-9704	344	23	14.7	82.6%	121 (35.2%)	93 (27.0%)	103 (29.9%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.3%)	1 (0.3%)	25 (7.3%)	29.2	620^th of 896 public middle schools	30.8%		20.5	689^th of 890 public middle schools	22.6%	69	59.2	17.5		21.8	25.2		5.9	7.8		32.1		49.0	$16,875	$2,280	$14,595
Western Middle School	Public	6-8	500 W Midland Rd	Auburn	48611	Bay County	Bay City School District	No	No	No	No	(989) 662-4489	681	39	17.6	40.2%	594 (87.2%)	6 (0.9%)	40 (5.9%)	2 (0.3%)	4 (0.6%)	1 (0.1%)	34 (5.0%)	65.4	251^st of 896 public middle schools	72.0%		67.5	234^th of 890 public middle schools	73.7%	17	71.9	36.4		45.6	43.1		30.0	32.9		47.6		54.8	$13,798	$922	$12,876
Saginaw Middle School	Public	6-8	3100 Webber St	Saginaw	48601	Saginaw County	Saginaw School District of the City of	No	(n/a)	No	(n/a)	(989) 399-6000	134	5	26.8	94.8%	12 (9.0%)	105 (78.4%)	10 (7.5%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (1.5%)	5 (3.7%)	5.7	884^th of 896 public middle schools	1.3%					(n/a)				5.0	8.8		2.5	2.7					$22,594	$2,384	$20,210

Frequently Asked Questions about Hemlock Middle School

Is Hemlock Middle School a good school?

Hemlock Middle School ranks 153^rd of 896 Michigan middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

What is the racial makeup of Hemlock Middle School?

Students at Hemlock Middle School are 93% White, 5% Hispanic, 3% Two or more races.

How many students attend Hemlock Middle School?

In the 2024-25 school year, 350 students attended Hemlock Middle School.

What district is Hemlock Middle School in?

Hemlock Public School District

What high school do graduates of Hemlock Middle School attend?

Students who attend Hemlock Middle School usually go on to attend Hemlock High School

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