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Best 98248 Washington Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 4,324 students in 98248, WA (there are 2 private schools, serving 140 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 98248, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98248, WA are Vista Middle School, Ferndale High School and Ferndale Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98248 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98248, WA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98248, WA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vista Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
6051 Vista Drive
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9370
Gr: 6-8 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Ferndale High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
5830 Golden Eagle Drive
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9240
Gr: 9-12 | 1,325 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #33.
Ferndale Virtual Academy
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
5830 Golden Eagle Drive, Po Bo
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9210
Gr: K-12 | 154 students Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
5610 Second Avenue
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9600
Gr: PK-5 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Skyline Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2225 Thornton Road
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9450
Gr: K-5 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #66.
Horizon Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2671 Thornton Road
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9850
Gr: 6-8 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #77.
Cascadia Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
6175 Church Rd
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-2300
Gr: K-5 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #88.
Eagleridge Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2651 Thornton Road
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9700
Gr: K-5 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: n/an/a
Ferndale Re-engagement
Alternative School
6041 Vista Drive
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9362
Gr: 9-12 | 33 students Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: n/an/a
Ferndale Special Services
Special Education School
6041 Vista Dr
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9221
Gr: PK | 20 students Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: n/an/a
Mountain View Elementary School
5780 Hendrickson Rd
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9289
Gr: PK-8 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
North Bell Learning Center
5275 Northwest Drive
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9289
Gr: PK-K

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 98248, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98248, WA include Vista Middle School, Ferndale High School and Ferndale Virtual Academy.
How many public schools are located in 98248?
12 public schools are located in 98248.
What percentage of students in 98248 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 98248 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98248?
98248 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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