Serving 734 students in grades 9-12, Ferndale 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 734 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ferndale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
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Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Ferndale High School's student population of 734 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
734 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ferndale High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ferndale High School is 0.54, 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
#1990 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
62%
18%
White
27%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ferndale High School's ranking?
Ferndale High School is ranked #1990 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Ferndale High School often compared to?
Ferndale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hazel Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ferndale High School?
The graduation rate of Ferndale High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Ferndale High School?
734 students attend Ferndale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Ferndale High School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ferndale High School?
Ferndale High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ferndale High School offer ?
Ferndale High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ferndale High School part of?
Ferndale High School is part of Ferndale School District.
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