For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 352 students in 49911, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 10 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 49911, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 49911, 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.
Public schools in zipcode 49911 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 49911, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49911, MI Public Schools (2025)
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 E Sellar St
Bessemer, MI 49911
(906) 663-4515
Bessemer, MI 49911
(906) 663-4515
Grades: K-6
| 178 students
Rank: #22.
Ad Johnston Jrsr High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 W Lead St
Bessemer, MI 49911
(906) 667-0413
Bessemer, MI 49911
(906) 667-0413
Grades: 7-12
| 174 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49911, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49911, MI include Washington School and Ad Johnston Jrsr High School.
How many public schools are located in 49911?
2 public schools are located in 49911.
What percentage of students in 49911 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 49911 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49911?
49911 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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