For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 483 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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Ferndale, CA (2026)
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 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 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 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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