Clara B. Ford Academy is a charter school located in the city of Dearborn Heights, Michigan. The school is located at 20651 West Warren Avenue. The Sisters of the Good Shepherd ran a Detroit area outreach program for young women and in the 1930s began fundraising with the Salvation Army for a large campus.
Serving 58 students in grades 5-12, Clara B Ford Academy Sda ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clara B Ford Academy Sda ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Clara B Ford Academy Sda's student population of 58 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
58 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Together We Will
School Rankings
Clara B Ford Academy Sda ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clara B Ford Academy Sda is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#810 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
57%
18%
White
29%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
45%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clara B Ford Academy Sda's ranking?
Clara B Ford Academy Sda is ranked #810 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clara B Ford Academy Sda?
The graduation rate of Clara B Ford Academy Sda is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Clara B Ford Academy Sda?
58 students attend Clara B Ford Academy Sda.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Clara B Ford Academy Sda students are Black, 29% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clara B Ford Academy Sda?
Clara B Ford Academy Sda has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Clara B Ford Academy Sda offer ?
Clara B Ford Academy Sda offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clara B Ford Academy Sda part of?
Clara B Ford Academy Sda is part of Clara B. Ford Academy (SDA) School District.
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