Serving 1,620 students in grades 9-12, Edsel Ford High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,620 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edsel Ford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Edsel Ford High School's student population of 1,620 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Edsel Ford High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edsel Ford High School is 0.22, which is less 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
#1931 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
7%
18%
White
88%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edsel Ford High School's ranking?
Edsel Ford High School is ranked #1931 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Edsel Ford High School often compared to?
Edsel Ford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dearborn High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Edsel Ford High School?
The graduation rate of Edsel Ford High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Edsel Ford High School?
1,620 students attend Edsel Ford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Edsel Ford High School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edsel Ford High School?
Edsel Ford High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Edsel Ford High School offer ?
Edsel Ford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Edsel Ford High School part of?
Edsel Ford High School is part of Dearborn City School District.
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