Ford Elementary School serves 354 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 was higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment was 98% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
354 students
Showing 1996–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 1996–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
16:1
Showing 1996–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
98%
18%
Showing 1996–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
2%
63%
Showing 1993–2025. View full 37-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 1993–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
45%
Showing 1996–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Ford Elementary School?
354 students attend Ford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Ford Elementary School students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ford Elementary School?
Ford Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ford Elementary School offer ?
Ford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Ford Elementary School part of?
Ford Elementary School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community.
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