For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 190 students in Bessemer, MI.
The top ranked public elementary school in Bessemer, MI is Washington School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bessemer, MI public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Bessemer have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Bessemer, MI (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Washington School
Magnet 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
| 190 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Bessemer, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Bessemer, MI include Washington School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Bessemer?
1 public elementary schools are located in Bessemer.
What is the racial composition of students in Bessemer?
Bessemer public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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