Ford Early Learning Center serves 233 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ford Early Learning Center's student population of 233 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
233 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ford Early Learning Center is 0.68, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
26%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
48%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)76.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Grizzlies
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Ford Early Learning Center?
233 students attend Ford Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Ford Early Learning Center students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ford Early Learning Center?
Ford Early Learning Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ford Early Learning Center offer ?
Ford Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ford Early Learning Center part of?
Ford Early Learning Center is part of Ypsilanti Community Schools.
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