Joseph K. Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe School is a Bureau of Indian Education-affiliated tribal school and an affiliated charter school in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan. It is a K-8 school.
Joseph K. Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe School serves 385 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Math Proficiency: 20-24%
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19%
- Science Proficiency: 40-49%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph K. Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Joseph K. Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe School's student population of 385 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 69% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Joseph K. Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
100%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Joseph K. Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe School often compared to?
Joseph K. Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln School, Pickford Public Schools by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Joseph K. Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe School?
385 students attend Joseph K. Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Joseph K. Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph K. Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe School?
Joseph K. Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Joseph K. Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe School offer ?
Joseph K. Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph K. Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe School part of?
Joseph K. Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe School is part of Joseph K. Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe School District.
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