For the 2025 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)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington School
(Math: 20-24% | 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
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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