For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 482 students in Ferndale, CA.
The top ranked public schools in Ferndale, CA are Ferndale Elementary School and Ferndale High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ferndale, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Ferndale have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools in Ferndale, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ferndale Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
164 Shaw Ave.
Ferndale, CA 95536
(707) 786-5300
Ferndale, CA 95536
(707) 786-5300
Gr: K-8 | 349 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Ferndale High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1231 Main St.
Ferndale, CA 95536
(707) 786-5900
Ferndale, CA 95536
(707) 786-5900
Gr: 9-12 | 133 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Ferndale, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Ferndale, CA include Ferndale Elementary School and Ferndale High School.
How many public schools are located in Ferndale?
2 public schools are located in Ferndale.
What is the racial composition of students in Ferndale?
Ferndale public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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