For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 145 students in Ferndale, CA.
The top-ranked public high school in Ferndale, CA is Ferndale High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ferndale, CA public high school have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Ferndale have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
Ferndale, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Ferndale High School, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Ferndale, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 high schools in Ferndale, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Ferndale, CA include Ferndale High School.
How many public high schools are located in Ferndale?
1 public high schools are located in Ferndale.
What is the racial composition of students in Ferndale?
Ferndale public high schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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