Serving 164 students in grades 7-12, Ad Johnston Jrsr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 164 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: A.D. Johnston Jr/Sr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Bessemer, MI school district, covering approximately 120.8 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 21.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ad Johnston Jrsr High School's student population of 164 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
164 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning today... leading tomorrow.
School Rankings
Ad Johnston Jrsr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ad Johnston Jrsr High School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2034 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
83%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
81.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ad Johnston Jrsr High School's ranking?
Ad Johnston Jrsr High School is ranked #2034 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Ad Johnston Jrsr High School often compared to?
Ad Johnston Jrsr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Luther L Wright K12 School, Wakefieldmarenisco School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ad Johnston Jrsr High School?
The graduation rate of Ad Johnston Jrsr High School is 80%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Ad Johnston Jrsr High School?
164 students attend Ad Johnston Jrsr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Ad Johnston Jrsr High School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ad Johnston Jrsr High School?
Ad Johnston Jrsr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ad Johnston Jrsr High School offer ?
Ad Johnston Jrsr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ad Johnston Jrsr High School part of?
Ad Johnston Jrsr High School is part of Bessemer Area School District.
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