Serving 1,882 students in grades 9-12, Dearborn High School ranks in the top 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 31% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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: 1,882 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dearborn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Dearborn High School's student population of 1,882 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,882 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dearborn High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dearborn High School is 0.13, 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
#1292 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
93%
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
63%
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 Dearborn High School's ranking?
Dearborn High School is ranked #1292 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Dearborn High School often compared to?
Dearborn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fordson High School, Edsel Ford High School, Crestwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dearborn High School?
The graduation rate of Dearborn High School is 96%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Dearborn High School?
1,882 students attend Dearborn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Dearborn High School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dearborn High School?
Dearborn High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dearborn High School offer ?
Dearborn High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dearborn High School part of?
Dearborn High School is part of Dearborn City School District.
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