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Lynden High School

Lynden School District · Whatcom County · 1201 BRADLEY RD, Lynden, WA 98264.0

(360)354-4401

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7/10
#118
Rank 118 out of 378
Top 31%
English Language Arts8/10 · #105 · 74th percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #158 · 58th percentile
Science8/10 · #98 · 76th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Lynden is a tight-knit agricultural community near the Canadian border in Whatcom County, known for its Dutch heritage, dairy farms, and strong sense of civic pride — and Lynden High School reflects that community character well. The school performs solidly above average statewide, with particular strengths in English and Science, making it a good fit for families who want a well-rounded public education in a smaller, close-knit setting. If you're drawn to a slower-paced town where Friday night football still matters and neighbors actually know each other, Lynden offers a genuinely grounded high school experience to match.

Student Demographics

225 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
144 (64%)
Hispanic
67 (30%)
Other
14 (6%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged108 (48%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,010
Enrollment
50
Teachers (FTE)
20.2:1
Student-Staff Ratio
19.7
Avg Class Size

Graduation Rate

86.1%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.

7
AP Courses
offered
20.4%
AP Participation
of students
196
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 Programs4/10 · #393 · 33rd percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found