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Best Hillsdale Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 1,631 students in Hillsdale, MI (there are , serving 249 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in Hillsdale, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Hillsdale, MI are Horizon Alternative School, Greenfield School and Will Carleton Charter School Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hillsdale, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Hillsdale have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Hillsdale, MI (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Horizon Alternative School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
30 S Norwood Ave
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 439-4320
Gr: 9-12 | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 36:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Greenfield School
Special Education School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3471 Beck Rd
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 689-1812
Gr: PK-12 | 44 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Will Carleton Charter School Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2001 W Hallett Rd
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-2000
Gr: K-12 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #44.
Davis Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
30 N West St
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 439-4326
Gr: 5-8 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #55.
Hillsdale High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
30 S Norwood Ave
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 439-4320
Gr: 9-12 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #66.
Gier Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
175 Spring St
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-7347
Gr: K-4 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #77.
Bailey Early Childhood Center
Special Education School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29% )
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
59 S Manning St
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-4401
Gr: PK-K | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #88.
Hillsdale Preparatory School
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
160 Mechanic Rd
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-4625
Gr: K-8 | 54 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
Hillsdale Area Career Center
Vocational School
3471 Beck Rd
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 689-1881
Gr: 11-12
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Hillsdale, Michigan

Hillsdale, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Adult Education (Closed 2012)
30 South Norwood Ave
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-4401
Bailey Elementary School (Closed 2012)
59 South Manning St
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-7369
Dean Jennings Educational Center (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
3471 Beck Rd
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-0990
Gr: Inquire with school
Hillsdale Isd High School (Closed 2011)
310 West Bacon St
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-0990
Gr: 8-11
Hillsdale Isd Local Programs (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
3471 Beck Rd
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-0990
Gr: K-12
Lochaven Center For Community Advancement (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
201 Barnard St
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-0990
Gr: 6-12 | 1 student Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
Mauck Elementary School (Closed 2011)
113 East Fayette St
Hillsdale, MI 49242
(517) 437-2717
Gr: K

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Hillsdale, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Hillsdale, MI include Horizon Alternative School, Greenfield School and Will Carleton Charter School Academy.
How many public schools are located in Hillsdale?
9 public schools are located in Hillsdale.
What percentage of students in Hillsdale go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in Hillsdale are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Hillsdale?
Hillsdale public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Hillsdale are often viewed compared to one another?

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