Catherine Ferguson Academy serves 119 students in grades 7-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 was lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 98% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
119 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
94%
18%
White
2%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(13-14)≤20%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
50%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Detroit Schools Community School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Catherine Ferguson Academy?
The graduation rate of Catherine Ferguson Academy is 20%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Catherine Ferguson Academy?
119 students attend Catherine Ferguson Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Catherine Ferguson Academy students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Catherine Ferguson Academy?
Catherine Ferguson Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Catherine Ferguson Academy offer ?
Catherine Ferguson Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Catherine Ferguson Academy part of?
Catherine Ferguson Academy is part of Detroit Schools Community School District.
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