For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,502 students in 98248, WA.
The top ranked public high schools in 98248, WA are Ferndale High School and Ferndale Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 98248 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Washington public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in 98248, WA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 98248 have a Graduation Rate of 79%, which is less than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Ferndale Virtual Academy, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public high school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98248, WA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ferndale High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5830 Golden Eagle Drive
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9240
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9240
Grades: 9-12
| 1,338 students
Rank: #22.
Ferndale Virtual Academy
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5830 Golden Eagle Drive, Po Bo
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9210
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9210
Grades: K-12
| 123 students
Rank: n/an/a
Ferndale Re-engagement
Alternative School
6041 Vista Drive
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9362
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9362
Grades: 9-12
| 41 students
98248, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Ferndale Family Connections (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
5275 Northwest Avenue
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9289
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9289
Grades: K-10
| n/a students
5275 Northwest Ave
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9289
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 383-9289
Grades: 9-12
| 1 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 98248, WA?
The top ranked public high schools in 98248, WA include Ferndale High School and Ferndale Virtual Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 98248?
3 public high schools are located in 98248.
What is the racial composition of students in 98248?
98248 public high schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public high schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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