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 420 students in grades 9-12, Henry Ford Early Collegeadvanced Manufacturing ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry Ford Early Collegeadvanced Manufacturing ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Henry Ford Early Collegeadvanced Manufacturing's student population of 420 students has grown by 151% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
420 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Henry Ford Early Collegeadvanced Manufacturing ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry Ford Early Collegeadvanced Manufacturing is 0.13, which is less 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
#541 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
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 Henry Ford Early Collegeadvanced Manufacturing's ranking?
Henry Ford Early Collegeadvanced Manufacturing is ranked #541 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Henry Ford Early Collegeadvanced Manufacturing?
The graduation rate of Henry Ford Early Collegeadvanced Manufacturing is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Henry Ford Early Collegeadvanced Manufacturing?
420 students attend Henry Ford Early Collegeadvanced Manufacturing.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Henry Ford Early Collegeadvanced Manufacturing students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Henry Ford Early Collegeadvanced Manufacturing offer ?
Henry Ford Early Collegeadvanced Manufacturing offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Henry Ford Early Collegeadvanced Manufacturing part of?
Henry Ford Early Collegeadvanced Manufacturing is part of Dearborn City School District.
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