FERNDALE HIGH SCHOOL
Ferndale High School is a public high school that is part of the Ferndale Public Schools school district, located in FERNDALE, MI with about 727 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 30 teachers, Ferndale High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Ferndale High School, located at 881 Pinecrest Drive in Ferndale, Michigan, serves as the flagship secondary institution for the Ferndale Public Schools district. The school is known for fostering an inclusive and diverse learning environment that emphasizes both academic rigor and personal growth. As part of a district committed to "learning for all," the high school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce.
Beyond the classroom, Ferndale High School places a strong emphasis on student engagement and community connection. The school provides a variety of extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, arts programs, and student organizations, which encourage students to develop leadership skills and explore their personal interests. By integrating modern educational practices with a supportive campus culture, the school strives to empower its student body to become active, informed, and responsible members of the global community.
For more information, contact Ferndale High School at (248) 548-8622 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
FERNDALE, MI 48220-2310
(248) 548-8622
http://www.ferndaleschools.org
FERNDALE HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in FERNDALE, MI with about 727 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Michigan
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Ferndale Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 727
- Teachers:
- 30.2
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 727 students
- Black or African American
- 57.5%
- White
- 29.4%
- Two or more races
- 6.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 3.6%
- Asian
- 2.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 51.4%
- Male
- 48.6%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.