Serving 533 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ferndale Upper Elementary Campus 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ferndale Upper Elementary Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ferndale Upper Elementary Campus's student population of 533 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
533 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ferndale Upper Elementary Campus ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ferndale Upper Elementary Campus is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2046 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
45%
18%
White
45%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
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 is Ferndale Upper Elementary Campus's ranking?
Ferndale Upper Elementary Campus is ranked #2046 out of 3,069 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Ferndale Upper Elementary Campus?
533 students attend Ferndale Upper Elementary Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Ferndale Upper Elementary Campus students are White, 45% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ferndale Upper Elementary Campus?
Ferndale Upper Elementary Campus has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ferndale Upper Elementary Campus offer ?
Ferndale Upper Elementary Campus offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Ferndale Upper Elementary Campus part of?
Ferndale Upper Elementary Campus is part of Ferndale School District.
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