Clara B. Ford School serves 170 students in grades 5-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 was lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 70% 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 5-12
Total Students
170 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
68%
18%
White
30%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
50%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Dearborn City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Clara B. Ford School?
170 students attend Clara B. Ford School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Clara B. Ford School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clara B. Ford School?
Clara B. Ford School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clara B. Ford School offer ?
Clara B. Ford School offers enrollment in grades 5-12
What school district is Clara B. Ford School part of?
Clara B. Ford School is part of Dearborn City School District.
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