Serving 51 students in grades 5-12, Clara B Ford Sda ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clara B Ford Sda ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Clara B Ford Sda's student population of 51 students has declined by 61% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
51 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clara B Ford Sda ranks within the top 30% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clara B Ford Sda is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#758 out of 2925 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
49%
18%
White
41%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clara B Ford Sda's ranking?
Clara B Ford Sda is ranked #758 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clara B Ford Sda?
The graduation rate of Clara B Ford Sda is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Clara B Ford Sda?
51 students attend Clara B Ford Sda.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Clara B Ford Sda students are Black, 41% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clara B Ford Sda?
Clara B Ford Sda has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clara B Ford Sda offer ?
Clara B Ford Sda offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Clara B Ford Sda part of?
Clara B Ford Sda is part of Clara B. Ford Academy (SDA) School District.
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