- Henry Ford Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 697 students
- William Ford Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 580 students
- Miller Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 575 students
- Haigh Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 552 students
- Maples Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 541 students
- Lowrey Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 515 students
- Snow Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 465 students
- Howard Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 436 students
- McCollough Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 424 students
- Salina Elementary P 3 — Grades PK–3 · 406 students
- Geer Park Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 380 students
- River Oaks Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 366 students
- McDonald Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 357 students
- Charles A Lindbergh Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 316 students
- WhitmoreBolles Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 316 students
- Oakman Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 253 students
- Nowlin Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 243 students
- Long Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 238 students
- Duvall Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 229 students
- Iris Becker Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 224 students
- Bryant Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 781 students
- Woodworth Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 699 students
- Stout Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 698 students
- Smith Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 525 students
- Unis Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 522 students
- Lowrey Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 448 students
- Dearborn STEM Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 166 students
- Fordson High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,966 students
- Dearborn High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,775 students
- Edsel Ford High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,502 students
- Henry Ford Early CollegeAdvanced Manufacturing — Grades 9–12 · 422 students
- Henry Ford Early College — Grades 9–12 · 220 students
- Dearborn Magnet High School — Grades 9–12 · 113 students
- Dearborn Newcomer College Prep Academy — Grades 9–12 · 24 students
- Dearborn Public Schools Virtual K12 — Grades K–12 · 515 students
- Salina Intermediate 4 8 — Grades 4–8 · 461 students
- Howe Trainable Center and Montessori — Grades PK–12 · 247 students
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| Metric | Dearborn City School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 37 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $14,100/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Dearborn City School District
Families searching for schools in Dearborn, Michigan (ZIP 48126) are zoned to Dearborn City School District. At 6/10 it lands near the middle of Michigan districts on the data NCES reports. The district operates 3 schools, covering Pre-K – 12th. Use the district statistics and boundary map above to confirm the area, then verify your exact school assignment with the district before making a housing decision.
Funding and Resources
Dearborn City School District reports per-pupil expenditure of approximately $14,100 per year, placing it near the Michigan state average of approximately $13,500 and near the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Near-average districts typically provide core academic programs with adequate staffing, though program breadth may be more limited than in higher-funded systems. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
With 3 schools, Dearborn City School District operates as a small, community-focused district serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Small districts often benefit from tighter community cohesion, more personalized teacher-student relationships, and stronger parental involvement. The trade-off is narrower program variety: fewer elective courses, specialized tracks, or extracurricular options than larger systems offer.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
Dearborn City School District has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 6/10, placing it in the average tier. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Dearborn City School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 48126
Children in zip code 48126 are assigned to Dearborn City School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 48126, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Dearborn City School District at (313)827-3022 or visit www.dearbornschools.org. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Michigan districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Dearborn
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Dearborn City School District serves zip code 48126, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 48126 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Michigan, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Dearborn City School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 48126.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Dearborn City School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 48126 data.