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 1,627 students in grades 9-12, Henry Ford Ii High School ranks in the top 50% 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 36% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). 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 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,627 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Henry Ford Ii High School's student population of 1,627 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,627 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
1973
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Rankings
Henry Ford Ii High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry Ford Ii High School is 0.35, 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
#959 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
7%
18%
White
80%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Ii High School's ranking?
Henry Ford Ii High School is ranked #959 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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 97%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Henry Ford Ii High School?
1,627 students attend Henry Ford Ii High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Henry Ford Ii High School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 4% 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 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
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 School District.
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