AD JOHNSTON JRSR HIGH SCHOOL

AD Johnston JrSr High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Bessemer Area School District school district, located in BESSEMER, MI with about 204 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 11 teachers, AD Johnston JrSr High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

A.D. Johnston Jr./Sr. High School, located in Bessemer, Michigan, serves as a combined secondary institution for students in grades 7 through 12. As part of the Bessemer Area School District, the school is situated in the western Upper Peninsula and operates with a focus on providing a comprehensive educational experience that bridges the transition from middle school through high school graduation. The institution is characterized by its small-town setting, which allows for a close-knit academic community where faculty and staff can provide more personalized attention to student growth and development.

Academically, the school emphasizes traditional core subjects while providing various extracurricular opportunities designed to foster well-rounded students. By integrating middle and high school levels within one building, A.D. Johnston creates a unique environment for continuity in instruction and mentorship. The school remains an integral part of the Bessemer community, working in collaboration with the Gogebic-Ontonagon Intermediate School District (GOISD) to offer resources and programming that prepare students for post-secondary education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce.

For more information, contact AD Johnston JrSr High School at (906) 667-0413 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.