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Ferndale Special Services
School · Ferndale School District
PO Box 698, Ferndale, WA 98248
Enrollment
12
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
12
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Ferndale Special Services
Ferndale Special Services is a public school in Ferndale, WA, part of the Ferndale School District. The school serves approximately 12 students in grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $88,566, where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a midsize suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 12 students, Ferndale Special Services is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 12 students
- Type
- Public
- Address
- PO Box 698, Ferndale, WA 98248
- Website
- ferndalesd.org
- Phone
- (360) 383-9221
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
PO Box 698, Ferndale, WA 98248
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ferndale Special Services may also want to explore other schools in the area. Custer Elem (rated 8.7/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Custer). Another option is Vista Middle School (rated 8.0/10, 0.1 miles away). Additionally, Alderwood Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Bellingham). For more schools in Ferndale, see our Ferndale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FERNDALE RE-ENGAGEMENT Ferndale | 0.0 mi | — |
| Vista Middle School Ferndale | 0.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Skyline Elementary School Ferndale | 0.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Ferndale High School Ferndale | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Ferndale Virtual Academy Ferndale | 0.7 mi | 3.9 |
| PROVIDENCE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL NW Ferndale | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Central Elementary Ferndale | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Cascadia Elementary Ferndale | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Eagleridge Elementary Ferndale | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Horizon Middle School Ferndale | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Custer Elem Custer | 4.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Meridian Parent Partnership Program Bellingham | 4.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Meridian Special Programs Bellingham | 4.9 mi | — |
| Meridian High School Bellingham | 5.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Alderwood Elementary School Bellingham | 6.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Cordata Elementary School Bellingham | 5.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Birchwood Elementary School Bellingham | 7.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Shuksan Middle School Bellingham | 7.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Meridian Impact Re-Engagement Bellingham | 7.6 mi | — |
| Blaine Re-Engagement Blaine | 7.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98248 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,566
Median Home Value
$550,300
Median Rent
$1,455/mo
Population
28,061
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
76.6%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
37.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Ferndale Special Services has a median household income of $88,566. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $550,300, with a median rent of $1,455/month. The local poverty rate of 9.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ferndale Special Services
What grades does Ferndale Special Services serve?
Ferndale Special Services serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Ferndale Special Services?
Ferndale Special Services has an enrollment of approximately 12 students.
Is Ferndale Special Services a charter school?
No, Ferndale Special Services is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ferndale Special Services a Title I school?
No, Ferndale Special Services is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ferndale Special Services?
66.7% of students at Ferndale Special Services qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (1,706/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Ferndale). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.7%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Whatcom County
- Phone
- (360) 383-9221
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Ferndale School District- District Enrollment
- 4,643
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,722
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