Ferndale School District

District Overview
Headquartered at 6041 Vista Drive in Ferndale, Washington, the Ferndale School District is an open, traditional public school system serving families across a midsize suburban setting within the greater Bellingham metropolitan area. Operating a network of 14 operational schools, the district offers a seamless educational continuum spanning from early childhood pre-kindergarten programs through 12th-grade graduation. Designed to meet the needs of a growing Pacific Northwest community, the district provides structured academic pathways and comprehensive public education supported by central administration accessible both locally and online at ferndalesd.org.

Educating a total enrollment of 4,746 students for the 2024–2025 academic year, the district reflects a dynamic community background comprised of White, Hispanic, Multiracial, American Indian, Asian, Black, and Pacific Islander students. To effectively support this student body, Ferndale maintains a robust professional context powered by approximately 1,087 full-time equivalent staff members. This dedicated team includes more than 531 full-time equivalent classroom teachers, over 71 instructional aides, and upwards of 484 support staff personnel, ensuring a well-rounded environment focused on academic growth, specialized instruction, and student well-being.
14
Total Schools
4,746
Total Students
531.2
Full-Time Teachers
8.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Ferndale School District
Demographic Student Count
White2,542
Hispanic1,167
Black59
Asian257
Two or More352
American Indian323
Pacific Islander23
  • White
    2,542 (53.8%)
  • Hispanic
    1,167 (24.7%)
  • Two or More
    352 (7.5%)
  • American Indian
    323 (6.8%)
  • Asian
    257 (5.4%)
  • Black
    59 (1.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    23 (0.5%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Ferndale School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary8
Middle2
High2
Other2
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:14
Students:4,746*
Teachers (FTE):531.2*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:8.9
Schools in Ferndale School District
Found 14 Schools