Serving 338 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Ferndale Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ferndale Elementary School's student population of 338 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
338 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Ferndale Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ferndale Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3717 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
19%
56%
White
73%
20%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ferndale Elementary School's ranking?
Ferndale Elementary School is ranked #3717 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ferndale Elementary School often compared to?
Ferndale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ferndale Elementary School?
338 students attend Ferndale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Ferndale Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ferndale Elementary School?
Ferndale Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ferndale Elementary School offer ?
Ferndale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Ferndale Elementary School part of?
Ferndale Elementary School is part of Ferndale Unified School District.
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