For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 164 students in Bessemer, MI.
The top-ranked public high school in Bessemer, MI is 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 high school have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in Bessemer have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Bessemer, MI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Ad Johnston Jrsr High School, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Bessemer, MI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ad Johnston Jrsr High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 W Lead St
Bessemer, MI 49911
(906) 667-0802
Bessemer, MI 49911
(906) 667-0802
Gr: 7-12 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Bessemer, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in Bessemer, MI include Ad Johnston Jrsr High School.
How many public high schools are located in Bessemer?
1 public high schools are located in Bessemer.
What is the racial composition of students in Bessemer?
Bessemer public high schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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