At a glance
Reported students
739
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
42.5
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
17.4:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Michigan high enrollment
78th percentile
Compared with 978 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
501
Ferndale High School: 739 reported students.
State peer staffing position
44th percentile
17.4:1 reported; state peer median 18.1:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 701
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44.5
- Student–teacher ratio
- 15.8:1
What the reported data says about Ferndale High School
Ferndale High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Ferndale. It is one of 7 current school records connected to Ferndale Public Schools. NCES reports 739 students for 2024–25.
Among 978 high schools in Michigan with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 280 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 78th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 17.4:1, close to the Michigan median of 18.1:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Black (62.2%) and White (26.4%). English learners represent 3.1% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 15.7%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 22 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Ferndale High School
- 1How do the reported 17.4:1 student–teacher ratio and 42.5 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 2 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 3.1%
- Students with disabilities
- 15.7%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 47.2%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.6
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White26.4%
- Hispanic2.6%
- Black62.2%
- Asian1.5%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial7.2%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
22 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Ferndale Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
University High School
High · Grades 09–12
469 reported students
Tri County Educational Center
High · Grades 09–12
348 reported students
Casa
High · Grades 09–12
0 reported students
Ferndale Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
528 reported students
Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus
Elementary · Grades KG–03
517 reported students
Ferndale Upper Elementary Campus
Elementary · Grades KG–06
501 reported students
Public schools near Ferndale High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tri County Educational Center High · Ferndale Public Schools | 09–12 | 348 | 0.6 mi |
| University High School High · Ferndale Public Schools | 09–12 | 469 | 1.2 mi |
| Casa High · Ferndale Public Schools | 09–12 | 0 | 2 mi |
| Oak Park High School High · Oak Park School District of the City of | 09–12 | 798 | 2 mi |
| Invest Roosevelt Alternative High School High · Hazel Park School District of the City of | 09–12 | 332 | 2.3 mi |
| Mumford High School High · Detroit Public Schools Community District | 09–12 | 850 | 2.3 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Ferndale High School
What grades does Ferndale High School serve?
Ferndale High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Ferndale Public Schools.
How many students attend Ferndale High School?
Ferndale High School reported 739 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 78th percentile among 978 Michigan high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 701 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Ferndale High School?
The calculated ratio is 17.4:1, based on 739 students and 42.5 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Michigan median for the same school level is 18.1:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Ferndale High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Ferndale High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Ferndale Public Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Ferndale High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
47.2% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Ferndale High School in?
Ferndale High School is part of Ferndale Public Schools, based in Ferndale, MI, which operates 7 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Ferndale High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Tri County Educational Center (0.6 mi), University High School (1.2 mi), Casa (2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.