Henry Ford College is a public community college in Dearborn, Michigan. The institution, established in 1938 by the Dearborn Fordson Public Schools Board of Education, is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. The institution was originally named Fordson Junior College.
Serving 220 students in grades 9-12, Henry Ford Early College ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Henry Ford Early College's attendance zone encompasses the entire Dearborn, MI school district, covering an area of approximately 26.6 square miles. Most students live within a typical 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.8 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 6.8 miles from the furthest edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry Ford Early College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Henry Ford Early College's student population of 220 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
220 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1938
School Calendar
Campus Size
100 acres
School Rankings
Henry Ford Early College ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry Ford Early College is 0.22, which is less 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
#192 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)0.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry Ford Early College's ranking?
Henry Ford Early College is ranked #192 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Henry Ford Early College?
The graduation rate of Henry Ford Early College is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Henry Ford Early College?
220 students attend Henry Ford Early College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Henry Ford Early College students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henry Ford Early College?
Henry Ford Early College has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Henry Ford Early College offer ?
Henry Ford Early College offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Henry Ford Early College part of?
Henry Ford Early College is part of Dearborn City School District.
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