Serving 517 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus's student population of 517 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
517 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus is 0.62, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)20-24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
35%
18%
White
50%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus often compared to?
Ferndale Lower Elementary Campusis often viewed alongside schools like Cooley Elementary School, Keith Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% MI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% MI state average).
How many students attend Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus?
517 students attend Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus students are White, 35% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus?
Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus offer ?
Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus part of?
Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus is part of Ferndale School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Not a good choice!! They care about the money that they recieve from ALL the title one kids they have. We left the district, and are now in a safe environment, and very challenging for my kids. The best choice we ever made.
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