Serving 528 students in grades 6-8, Ferndale Middle 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 21% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ferndale Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Ferndale, MI, encompassing approximately 4.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ferndale Middle School's student population of 528 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
528 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
Ferndale Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ferndale Middle School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2074 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
55%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
35%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ferndale Middle School's ranking?
Ferndale Middle School is ranked #2074 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Ferndale Middle School?
528 students attend Ferndale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Ferndale Middle School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ferndale Middle School?
Ferndale Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ferndale Middle School offer ?
Ferndale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ferndale Middle School part of?
Ferndale Middle School is part of Ferndale School District.
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