Serving 775 students in grades 7-8, Bemis Junior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 775 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bemis Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bemis Junior High School's student population of 775 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
775 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bemis Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bemis Junior High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#616 out of 2925 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
7%
18%
White
82%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bemis Junior High School's ranking?
Bemis Junior High School is ranked #616 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Bemis Junior High School often compared to?
Bemis Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Davis Junior High School, Heritage Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Bemis Junior High School?
775 students attend Bemis Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Bemis Junior High School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bemis Junior High School?
Bemis Junior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bemis Junior High School offer ?
Bemis Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Bemis Junior High School part of?
Bemis Junior High School is part of Utica Community Schools School District.
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