Henry Ford II High School is a public high school located in the Metropolitan Detroit region in the city of Sterling Heights, Michigan, United States. It is a part of Utica Community Schools. In 2004 Ford was recognized as a Michigan Blue Ribbon Exemplary School.
Serving 1,663 students in grades 9-12, Henry Ford Ii High School ranks in the top 30% 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 43% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,663 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Henry Ford II High School serves the southeast area of Sterling Heights, MI, encompassing approximately 10.4 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area, extending up to 5.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry Ford Ii High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Henry Ford Ii High School's student population of 1,663 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,663 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1973
School Calendar
School Rankings
Henry Ford Ii High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry Ford Ii High School is 0.38, 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
#655 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥99%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry Ford Ii High School's ranking?
Henry Ford Ii High School is ranked #655 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Henry Ford Ii High School often compared to?
Henry Ford Ii High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eisenhower High School, Utica High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Henry Ford Ii High School?
The graduation rate of Henry Ford Ii High School is 99%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Henry Ford Ii High School?
1,663 students attend Henry Ford Ii High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Henry Ford Ii High School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henry Ford Ii High School?
Henry Ford Ii High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Henry Ford Ii High School offer ?
Henry Ford Ii High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Henry Ford Ii High School part of?
Henry Ford Ii High School is part of Utica Community Schools.
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