Best 49911 Michigan Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 178 students in 49911, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 49911, MI is Washington School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 49911 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49911, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).

Best 49911, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
301 E Sellar St
Bessemer, MI 49911
(906) 663-4515
Gr: K-6 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 12%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 49911, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 49911, MI include Washington School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49911?
1 public elementary schools are located in 49911.
What is the racial composition of students in 49911?
49911 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).

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