Fordson High School

13800 Ford Rd
Dearborn, MI 48126
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 2,435 students in grades 9-12, Fordson 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 31% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,435 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 2%
  • : 95% (Top 20% in MI)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • : 49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Fordson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Fordson High School's student population of 2,435 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 120 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,435 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
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School Rankings

Fordson 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 Fordson High School is 0.04, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (MI)
#1496 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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31%
36%
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49%
48%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
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Hispanic
1%
9%
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Black
1%
18%
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White
98%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
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0.04
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95%
84%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
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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 Fordson High School's ranking?
Fordson High School is ranked #1496 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Fordson High School often compared to?
Fordson 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fordson High School?
The graduation rate of Fordson High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Fordson High School?
2,435 students attend Fordson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Fordson High School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fordson High School?
Fordson High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fordson High School offer ?
Fordson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Fordson High School part of?
Fordson High School is part of Dearborn City School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,435 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 2%
  • : 95% (Top 20%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • : 49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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