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6.3 avg / 10

Ferndale School District

School District · Ferndale, Washington

Students: 4,643
Teachers (FTE): 301

Avg Rating

6.3

out of 10

Schools

12

6 elem, 2 mid, 2 high

Per-Pupil Spending

$18,722

Student-Teacher Ratio

15.4:1

How this district compares

Washington rank

#97 of 233

districts by avg. composite

Vs. state average

-0.0

below Washington avg

Per-pupil spending

$18,722

+$998 vs Washington median

District size

4,643 students

Much larger than Washington median

About Ferndale School District

Ferndale School District is a Ferndale, Washington school district serving 12 schools. The district educates 4,643 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15.4:1. The district invests $18,722 per student annually.

With an average rating of 6.3/10, Ferndale School District demonstrates solid academic performance.

The highest-rated school in the district is Custer Elem, which has a composite score of 8.7/10.

In standardized testing, Ferndale School District students show an average math proficiency of 39.1% and ELA proficiency of 44.7%.

The district includes 6 elementary schools , 2 middle schools , and 2 high schools.

District Map

Schools in Ferndale School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.

District Average Test Scores

Math Proficiency 39.1%
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ELA Proficiency 44.7%
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Average proficiency across all schools in Ferndale School District with test data.

District Details

State
Washington
City
Ferndale
Total Enrollment
4,643
Teachers (FTE)
301
Child Poverty Rate
0.1%
Data Year
2023

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Ferndale School District?

Ferndale School District has 12 schools in total — 6 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.

What is the average rating for Ferndale School District?

The average composite rating for Ferndale School District is 6.3/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.

What is the per-pupil spending in Ferndale School District?

Ferndale School District spends $18,722 per student per year.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Ferndale School District?

The average student-teacher ratio in Ferndale School District is 15.4:1.

What is the top-rated school in Ferndale School District?

Custer Elem is the highest-rated school in Ferndale School District with a composite score of 8.7/10.

What are the test scores in Ferndale School District?

Across schools in Ferndale School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 39.1% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 44.7%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.

How does Ferndale School District compare to other districts in Washington?

Ferndale School District has an average school rating of 6.3/10 across 12 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Washington by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools?

MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.

District Averages

Overall Rating
6.3/10
Math Proficiency
39.1%
ELA Proficiency
44.7%

Resources

🔍 Search for District Website 📄 Official NCES Data 🏫 GreatSchools Profile 📍 View on Google Maps

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Washington Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.

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