For the 2025 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 4,238 students in Ferndale, WA (there are 2 private schools, serving 141 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Ferndale, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Ferndale, WA are Ferndale Virtual Academy, Ferndale High School and Vista Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ferndale, WA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Washington public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in Ferndale have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Ferndale, WA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ferndale Virtual Academy
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5830 Golden Eagle Drive, Po Bo
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9210
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9210
Grades: K-12
| 123 students
Rank: #22.
Ferndale High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5830 Golden Eagle Drive
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9240
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9240
Grades: 9-12
| 1,338 students
Rank: #33.
Vista Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6051 Vista Drive
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9370
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9370
Grades: 6-8
| 536 students
Rank: #44.
Skyline Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2225 Thornton Road
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9450
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9450
Grades: K-5
| 493 students
Rank: #55.
Horizon Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2671 Thornton Road
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9850
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9850
Grades: 6-8
| 413 students
Rank: #66.
Cascadia Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6175 Church Rd
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-2300
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-2300
Grades: K-5
| 443 students
Rank: #77.
Eagleridge Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2651 Thornton Road
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9700
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9700
Grades: K-5
| 479 students
Rank: #88.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5610 Second Avenue
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9600
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9600
Grades: PK-5
| 321 students
Rank: n/an/a
Ferndale Re-engagement
Alternative School
6041 Vista Drive
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9362
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9362
Grades: 9-12
| 41 students
Rank: n/an/a
Ferndale Special Services
Special Education School
6041 Vista Dr
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9221
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9221
Grades: PK
| 12 students
Rank: n/an/a
5780 Hendrickson Rd
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9289
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9289
Grades: PK-8
| 39 students
Rank: n/an/a
5275 Northwest Drive
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9289
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9289
Grades: PK-K
| n/a students
Ferndale, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Ferndale Family Connections (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
5275 Northwest Avenue
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9289
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9289
Grades: K-10
| n/a students
5275 Northwest Ave
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9289
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9289
Grades: 9-12
| 1 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Ferndale, WA?
The top ranked public schools in Ferndale, WA include Ferndale Virtual Academy, Ferndale High School and Vista Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Ferndale?
12 public schools are located in Ferndale.
What percentage of students in Ferndale go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Ferndale are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Ferndale?
Ferndale public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Ferndale are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Ferndale include: Skyline Elementary School vs. Cascadia Elementary School, Vista Middle School vs. Horizon Middle School, Horizon Middle School vs. Vista Middle School
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