Serving 145 students in grades 9-12, Ferndale High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ferndale High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Ferndale school district, covering approximately 148.5 square miles. Most students typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 13.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ferndale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ferndale High School's student population of 145 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
145 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ferndale High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ferndale High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4363 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
White
71%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ferndale High School's ranking?
Ferndale High School is ranked #4363 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ferndale High School?
The graduation rate of Ferndale High School is 80%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Ferndale High School?
145 students attend Ferndale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Ferndale High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ferndale High School?
Ferndale High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ferndale High School offer ?
Ferndale High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ferndale High School part of?
Ferndale High School is part of Ferndale Unified School District.
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