Edsel Ford High School is a public high school located in Dearborn, Michigan, USA in Metro Detroit. Edsel Ford, located on Rotunda Drive, near Oakwood, is one of three public high schools in the Dearborn ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools. Edsel Ford High School was completed in 1955, and the first graduating class was in 1956.
Serving 1,571 students in grades 9-12, Edsel Ford 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 14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,571 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edsel Ford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Edsel Ford High School's student population of 1,571 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,571 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Year Founded
1955
Colors
White, Black
School Rankings
Edsel Ford High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edsel Ford High School is 0.24, 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
#2202 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
7%
18%
White
87%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Edsel Ford High School's ranking?
Edsel Ford High School is ranked #2202 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Edsel Ford High School often compared to?
Edsel Ford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dearborn High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Edsel Ford High School?
The graduation rate of Edsel Ford High School is 96%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Edsel Ford High School?
1,571 students attend Edsel Ford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Edsel Ford High School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edsel Ford High School?
Edsel Ford High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Edsel Ford High School offer ?
Edsel Ford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Edsel Ford High School part of?
Edsel Ford High School is part of Dearborn City School District.
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