Serving 714 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fernwood Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 714 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Fernwood Elementary serves the northern part of Bothell, WA, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fernwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fernwood Elementary School's student population of 714 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
714 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fernwood Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fernwood Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#25 out of 2088 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
76%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fernwood Elementary School's ranking?
Fernwood Elementary School is ranked #25 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Fernwood Elementary School often compared to?
Fernwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canyon Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Fernwood Elementary School?
714 students attend Fernwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Fernwood Elementary School students are Asian, 16% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fernwood Elementary School?
Fernwood Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fernwood Elementary School offer ?
Fernwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fernwood Elementary School part of?
Fernwood Elementary School is part of Northshore School District.
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