For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 2,025 students in 48220, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in 48220, MI are Ferndale High School, Edison and Webb Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 48220 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 48220, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48220 have a Graduation Rate of 69%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is University High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48220, MI Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ferndale High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
881 Pinecrest Dr
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 548-8622
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 548-8622
Gr: 9-12 | 734 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Edison
Special Education School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1650 Mapledale St
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 658-5400
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 658-5400
Gr: K-12 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Webb Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2100 Woodward Hts
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 658-5902
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 658-5902
Gr: PK-12 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #44.
Tri County Educational Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
21131 Garden Ln
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 586-8885
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 586-8885
Gr: 9-12 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
University High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2521 Bermuda St
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 586-8846
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 586-8846
Gr: 9-12 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
Rank: n/an/a
Jardon Vocational School
Special Education School
2200 Woodward Hts
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 658-5950
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 658-5950
Gr: PK-12 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
48220, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
21300 Mendota Ave
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 586-9358
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 586-9358
Gr: 9-12
2521 Bermuda St
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 547-1700
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 547-1700
Gr: 3-7 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
2500 Martin Road
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 544-5257
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 544-5257
Gr: K-6 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
1244 Paxton Street
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 545-7680
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 545-7680
Gr: 3-4 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 48220, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in 48220, MI include Ferndale High School, Edison and Webb Elementary School.
How many public high schools are located in 48220?
6 public high schools are located in 48220.
What is the racial composition of students in 48220?
48220 public high schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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