Dearborn City School District

District Overview
Headquartered at 18700 Audette Street in Dearborn, Michigan, the Dearborn City School District serves as a major educational hub within the broader Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metropolitan area. Operating as an active, traditional public school district in a midsize city setting, the district oversees 37 operational schools that deliver a seamless continuum of learning spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. With a total enrollment of 19,262 students, the district accommodates a vibrant and growing student body across elementary, middle, and high school grade levels, providing comprehensive academic pathways designed to prepare all learners for post-secondary success.

Reflecting its scope in the 2024–2025 NCES dataset, the district maintains a robust workforce to support its expansive educational community. Dearborn City School District employs more than 5,258 full-time equivalent (FTE) personnel, including approximately 2,603 FTE teachers, nearly 150 instructional aides, and over 2,500 support staff members. This strong staffing foundation ensures low student-to-educator ratios, rich specialized instruction, and comprehensive administrative and facility support across all campuses. Parents, students, and researchers can explore additional district programming, school performance, and community resources online at dearbornschools.org.
37
Total Schools
19,262
Total Students
2,603.4
Full-Time Teachers
7.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Dearborn City School District
Demographic Student Count
White18,017
Hispanic345
Black559
Asian219
Two or More84
American Indian28
Pacific Islander10
  • White
    18,017 (93.5%)
  • Black
    559 (2.9%)
  • Hispanic
    345 (1.8%)
  • Asian
    219 (1.1%)
  • Two or More
    84 (0.4%)
  • American Indian
    28 (0.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    10 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Dearborn City School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary20
Middle8
High7
Other2
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:37
Students:19,262*
Teachers (FTE):2,603.4*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:7.4
Schools in Dearborn City School District
Found 37 Schools