Ferndale High School vs University High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Michigan, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ferndale High School
Ferndale · Public high · Grades 9–12
739 students
University High School
Ferndale · Public high · Grades 9–12
469 students
| Measure | Ferndale High School Ferndale, Michigan | University High School Ferndale, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #416 of 591 | #574 of 591 |
| National rank | #12260 of 16,910 | #16617 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 739 | 469 |
| Enrollment | 739 | 469 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.2% | 73.3% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 22.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 2.5% |
| city | Ferndale | Ferndale |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ferndale High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.7 vs 9.9).
- •Ferndale High School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 2.5%).
- •Ferndale High School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 17%).
- •Ferndale High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.2% vs 73.3%).
- •Ferndale High School does better on students per teacher (17.6 vs 22.3).
- •Ferndale High School is the larger school with 739 students compared with 469.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Ferndale High School better than University High School?
On the Success Index (US), Ferndale High School ranks higher (34.7 vs 9.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Ferndale High School and University High School?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Ferndale and Ferndale in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ferndale High School: 739. University High School: 469. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ferndale High School and University High School rank in Michigan?
Ferndale High School is 416th of 591 and University High School is 574th of 591 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).