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6.2 avg / 10

Lynden School District

School District · Lynden, Washington

Students: 3,553
Teachers (FTE): 185
Estimated Scores: 14%

Avg Rating

6.2

out of 10

Schools

7

3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high

Per-Pupil Spending

$15,842

Student-Teacher Ratio

19.2:1

How this district compares

Washington rank

#113 of 233

districts by avg. composite

Vs. state average

-0.1

below Washington avg

Per-pupil spending

$15,842

$1,882 vs Washington median

District size

3,553 students

Much larger than Washington median

About Lynden School District

Lynden School District is a Lynden, Washington school district serving 7 schools. The district educates 3,553 students with a student-teacher ratio of 19.2:1. The district invests $15,842 per student annually.

With an average rating of 6.2/10, Lynden School District demonstrates solid academic performance.

The highest-rated school in the district is Isom Elementary School, which has a composite score of 7.9/10.

In standardized testing, Lynden School District students show an average math proficiency of 40.0% and ELA proficiency of 51.1%.

The district includes 3 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.

District Map

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

District Average Test Scores

Math Proficiency 40.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 51.1%
School
State
N/A

Average proficiency across all schools in Lynden School District with test data.

District Details

State
Washington
City
Lynden
Total Enrollment
3,553
Teachers (FTE)
185
Child Poverty Rate
0.1%
Data Year
2023

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Lynden School District?

Lynden School District has 7 schools in total — 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.

What is the average rating for Lynden School District?

The average composite rating for Lynden School District is 6.2/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.

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

Lynden School District spends $15,842 per student per year.

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

The average student-teacher ratio in Lynden School District is 19.2:1.

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

Isom Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Lynden School District with a composite score of 7.9/10.

What are the test scores in Lynden School District?

Across schools in Lynden School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 40.0% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 51.1%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.

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

Lynden School District has an average school rating of 6.2/10 across 7 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
6.2/10
Math Proficiency
40.0%
ELA Proficiency
51.1%

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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