Hemlock Virtual

www.hemlockps.com

56 Students

High School 7th - 12th

School Overview

Hemlock Alternative Education, located in Hemlock, Michigan, operates as a specialized component of the Hemlock Public School District. This program is designed to provide a flexible and supportive learning environment for students who may not thrive in a traditional classroom setting. By offering a personalized approach to academics, the school focuses on helping students overcome individual barriers to education, stay on track for graduation, and develop the necessary skills for post-secondary success.

The curriculum is tailored to meet the unique needs of its student body, often utilizing a mix of online coursework and direct instructional support. The school emphasizes a smaller, more intimate setting that fosters close relationships between students and faculty, ensuring that each learner receives the guidance and encouragement required to reach their personal goals. Through its commitment to inclusivity and academic recovery, Hemlock Alternative Education serves as a vital resource for students looking for an individualized path toward earning their high school diploma.

Total Students

1.5

Full-Time Teachers

37.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

46.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Hemlock Virtual
Demographic	Student Count
White	50
Hispanic	4
Two or More	2

White
50 (89.3 %)
Hispanic
4 (7.1 %)
Two or More
2 (3.6 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Alternative School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Primarily virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Hemlock Public School District
Phone:	(989)642-2338
Website:	http://www.hemlockps.com
Grade Range:	7th - 12th
Total Students:	56
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	1.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	37.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	26
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 8 5

Grade 9 3

Grade 10 11

Grade 11 17

Grade 12 20