Ferndale High School is the only high school in Ferndale, Washington. Ferndale High School is located on the coast of Puget Sound, in the northwest region of Washington State. The school is north of Bellingham and approximately ten miles south of the Canada–US border.
Serving 154 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Ferndale Virtual Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 154 students
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ferndale Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Ferndale Virtual Academy's student population of 154 students has grown by 413% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
154 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Ferndale Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ferndale Virtual Academy is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1190 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
29%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
57%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Ferndale School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ferndale Virtual Academy's ranking?
Ferndale Virtual Academy is ranked #1190 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ferndale Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Ferndale Virtual Academy is 80-89%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Ferndale Virtual Academy?
154 students attend Ferndale Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Ferndale Virtual Academy students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Ferndale Virtual Academy offer ?
Ferndale Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ferndale Virtual Academy part of?
Ferndale Virtual Academy is part of Ferndale School District.
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