Ferndale Middle School is on the west end of Ferndale, one block from Royal Oak Township. The school has approximately 505 students spread out from 6th to 8th grade. Class sizes are slightly above the national average, with an 18 to 1 student-to-teacher ratio. Despite this, the school prides itself on offering a small-community feel for its students through personalized attention. Ferndale Middle School has a goal of challenging students to achieve their best in a safe and respectful environment.
The school offers many clubs and activities for students. There is a 6th grade overnight camp, as well as an 8th grade trip to Washington DC. Some of the groups offered at the school include clubs for Anime, Jazz, Books, Student Council, and more.
Ferndale Middle School has many academic achievements. About 25% of the students are members of the National Junior Honor Society. FMS offers many Honors classes for advanced students. Select students are eligible to take high school courses and can take part in the high school band. Ferndale Middle School is respected throughout the community. The school is known for its academic excellence and the many opportunities for student advancement.
Ferndale Middle School
Public Middle School
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Grade 6-8
725 Pinecrest Dr,
Ferndale, MI
Ferndale Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Mr. Seth Petty
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Math Proficiency
18%
Reading Proficiency
37%
Niche Grade
C
C
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
18%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
29
Full Time Teachers
29
Teachers in First or Second Year
36%
GreatSchools Rating
4
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
505:1
Student Diversity
Female
52.6%
Male
47.4%
Black
54.6%
White
33.5%
Two or more races
8.5%
Hispanic
2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
2/26/2023
The teacher mean and the kids always fighting
11/30/2022
Sometimes they put cheddar cheese on the pizza
8/7/2014
Awesome! Teachers, students and parents are all involved to give the students tools for success! Great Principle.
8/23/2013
Ferndale Middle School is a really good school. I feel they offer lots of extra curricular activities and my daughter has made plenty of good friends. The teachers here really care about the students and not just about getting a paycheck. My daughter is going to the 8th grade in a couple weeks and I...
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Average Home Value
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Median Lot Size
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Wanda Park
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Ferndale Middle School is a public school for students in grades 6-8 in Ferndale, MI, in the Ferndale neighborhood, and is served by the Ferndale Public Schools in Michigan. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 497 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Academic records show that 18% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 37% are proficient in reading. Ferndale Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $274,487. Discover additional schools in the area, like Ferndale High School, University High School, Webb Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Ferndale has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Ferndale Middle School.