For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 371 students in Bessemer, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 9 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Bessemer, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in Bessemer, MI are Washington School and Ad Johnston Jrsr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bessemer, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Bessemer have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Bessemer, MI (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Washington School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
301 East Sellar St
Bessemer, MI 49911
(906) 663-4515
Bessemer, MI 49911
(906) 663-4515
Grades: K-6
| 194 students
Rank: #22.
Ad Johnston Jrsr High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 West Lead St
Bessemer, MI 49911
(906) 667-0413
Bessemer, MI 49911
(906) 667-0413
Grades: 7-12
| 177 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Bessemer, MI?
The top ranked public schools in Bessemer, MI include Washington School and Ad Johnston Jrsr High School.
How many public schools are located in Bessemer, MI?
2 public schools are located in Bessemer, MI.
What percentage of students in Bessemer, MI go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Bessemer, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Bessemer, MI?
Bessemer, MI public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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