Fordson High School

www.dearbornschools.org

1,966 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Fordson High School, located in Dearborn, Michigan, is a historic institution that serves as a cornerstone of the Dearborn Public Schools district. Established in 1928, the school is well-regarded for its distinctive collegiate-Gothic architecture and its long-standing tradition of academic and athletic excellence. As one of the largest high schools in the state, it boasts a diverse student body and offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career-technical education programs, and a wide variety of extracurricular activities designed to prepare students for post-secondary success.

Beyond its academic offerings, Fordson is deeply integrated into the cultural fabric of the Dearborn community. The school is known for its strong school spirit and a highly active alumni network that remains engaged with the campus. By prioritizing a supportive environment that values both rigorous instruction and cultural inclusivity, Fordson High School aims to equip its students with the skills and perspectives necessary to thrive in an increasingly globalized society.

1,966

Total Students

102.5

Full-Time Teachers

19.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

85.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Fordson High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,922
Hispanic	12
Black	21
Asian	9
Two or More	1
American Indian	1

White
1,922 (97.8%)
Black
21 (1.1%)
Hispanic
12 (0.6%)
Asian
9 (0.5%)
Two or More
1 (0.1%)
American Indian
1 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Dearborn City School District
Phone:	(313)827-1400
Website:	http://www.dearbornschools.org
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,966
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	102.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	19.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,643
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	44

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 681

Grade 10 442

Grade 11 441

Grade 12 402