Serving 739 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fernwood Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 739 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fernwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fernwood Elementary School's student population of 739 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
739 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Fernwood Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fernwood Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#24 out of 2113 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
75%
9%
Hispanic
4%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
15%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fernwood Elementary School's ranking?
Fernwood Elementary School is ranked #24 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Fernwood Elementary School often compared to?
Fernwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canyon Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Fernwood Elementary School?
739 students attend Fernwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Fernwood Elementary School students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fernwood Elementary School?
Fernwood Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Fernwood Elementary School offer ?
Fernwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fernwood Elementary School part of?
Fernwood Elementary School is part of Northshore School District.
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