Serving 58 students in grades 7-12, Hemlock Virtual ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hemlock Virtual ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Hemlock Virtual's student population of 58 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
58 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Hemlock Virtual ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hemlock Virtual is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#812 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
86%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hemlock Virtual's ranking?
Hemlock Virtual is ranked #812 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hemlock Virtual?
The graduation rate of Hemlock Virtual is 60-79%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Hemlock Virtual?
58 students attend Hemlock Virtual.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Hemlock Virtual students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Hemlock Virtual offer ?
Hemlock Virtual offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hemlock Virtual part of?
Hemlock Virtual is part of Hemlock Public School District.
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