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Best Hastings Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,573 students in Hastings, MI (there are 3 private schools, serving 177 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Hastings, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in Hastings, MI are Northeastern Elementary School, Barry Isd Special Education and Star Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hastings, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Hastings have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Hastings, MI (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northeastern Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
519 E Grant St
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 948-4421
Gr: K-5 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Barry Isd Special Education
Special Education School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
555 W Woodlawn Ave
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-9545
Gr: PK-12 | 54 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Star Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1900 Star School Rd
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 948-4442
Gr: PK-5 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #44.
Hastings High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
520 W South St
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 948-4409
Gr: 9-12 | 780 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #55.
Hastings Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
232 W Grand St
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 948-4404
Gr: 6-8 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #66.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
509 S Broadway St
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 948-4423
Gr: PK-5 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #77.
Southeastern Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1300 S East St
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 948-4419
Gr: K-5 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Hastings, Michigan

Hastings, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Barry Isd (Closed 2011)
535 West Woodlawn Ave
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-9545
Hastings Area Schools Alternative Education High School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
520 West South St
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 948-4400
Gr: 9-12 | 43 students
Hastings Virtual Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2950 W M 179 Hwy
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-6167
Noah's Ark Preschool (Closed 2010)
231 South Broadway St
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-9545
Gr: PK

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Hastings, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Hastings, MI include Northeastern Elementary School, Barry Isd Special Education and Star Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Hastings?
7 public schools are located in Hastings.
What percentage of students in Hastings go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Hastings are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Hastings?
Hastings public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Hastings are often viewed compared to one another?

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