Best Ferndale Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 436 students in Ferndale, WA.
The top-ranked public preschool in Ferndale, WA is Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ferndale, WA public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 50% statewide average). Pre schools in Ferndale have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschool average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Preschools in Ferndale, WA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
5610 Second Avenue
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9600
Gr: PK-5 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: n/an/a
Ferndale Special Services
Special Education School
6041 Vista Dr
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9221
Gr: PK | 20 students Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: n/an/a
5780 Hendrickson Rd
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9289
Gr: PK-8 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
5275 Northwest Drive
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9289
Gr: PK-K

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in Ferndale, WA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Ferndale, WA include Central Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Ferndale?
4 public preschools are located in Ferndale.
What is the racial composition of students in Ferndale?
Ferndale public preschools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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