For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 347 students in Hale, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 9 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Hale, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public school in Hale, MI is Hale Area School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hale, MI public school have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Hale have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Hale, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hale Area School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
311 N Washington St
Hale, MI 48739
(989) 728-3551
Hale, MI 48739
(989) 728-3551
Gr: K-12 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Hale, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Hale, MI include Hale Area School.
How many public schools are located in Hale?
1 public schools are located in Hale.
What percentage of students in Hale go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Hale are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Hale?
Hale public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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