Serving 497 students in grades 9-12, Henry Ford Academy ranks in the bottom 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry Ford Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Henry Ford Academy's student population of 497 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
497 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Henry Ford Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry Ford Academy is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1885 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
17%
9%
Black
49%
18%
White
31%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry Ford Academy's ranking?
Henry Ford Academy is ranked #1885 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Henry Ford Academy?
The graduation rate of Henry Ford Academy is 85-89%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Henry Ford Academy?
497 students attend Henry Ford Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Henry Ford Academy students are Black, 31% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Henry Ford Academy offer ?
Henry Ford Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Henry Ford Academy part of?
Henry Ford Academy is part of Henry Ford Academy School District.
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