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Ferndale High School

Ferndale School District · Whatcom County · 5830 Golden Eagle Drive, Ferndale, WA 98248.0

(360)383-9240

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7/10
#130
Rank 130 out of 378
Top 34%
English Language Arts6/10 · #175 · 57th percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #130 · 66th percentile
Science9/10 · #64 · 85th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Ferndale High School sits in a welcoming small city just south of the Canadian border, where the Nooksack River valley gives way to a tight-knit community that's grown steadily over the years without losing its small-town feel. The school punches above its weight in science, landing in the 85th percentile statewide, making it a solid choice for families with kids who lean toward STEM. With Bellingham just a short drive away and the North Cascades as a backdrop, Ferndale offers a quality of life that's hard to beat for families who want a grounded, community-oriented school experience without the congestion of a larger city.

Student Demographics

328 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
188 (57%)
Hispanic
73 (22%)
Multiple Races
25 (8%)
Other
42 (13%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged150 (46%)
Students with Disabilities41 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,363
Enrollment
75
Teachers (FTE)
18.2:1
Student-Staff Ratio
24.1
Avg Class Size

Graduation Rate

87.3%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

9
AP Courses
offered
11.2%
AP Participation
of students
148
AP Enrollment
students

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs6/10 · #288 · 51st percentile

27 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in Washington.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found