For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,512 students in Ferndale, WA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Ferndale, WA are Ferndale High School and Ferndale Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ferndale, WA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Washington public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in Ferndale have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public high schools.
Ferndale, WA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 79%, which is less than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Ferndale Virtual Academy, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Ferndale, WA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ferndale High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5830 Golden Eagle Drive
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9240
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9240
Gr: 9-12 | 1,325 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Ferndale Virtual Academy
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5830 Golden Eagle Drive, Po Bo
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9210
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9210
Gr: K-12 | 154 students Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
Ferndale Re-engagement
Alternative School
6041 Vista Drive
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9362
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9362
Gr: 9-12 | 33 students Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Ferndale, WA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Ferndale, WA include Ferndale High School and Ferndale Virtual Academy.
How many public high schools are located in Ferndale?
3 public high schools are located in Ferndale.
What is the racial composition of students in Ferndale?
Ferndale public high schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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