For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 169 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 27% (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 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Bessemer, MI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Michigan average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Ad Johnston Jrsr High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Bessemer, MI (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ad Johnston Jrsr High School
Magnet 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
| 169 students
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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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