Serving 757 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 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 757 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- 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 757 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
757 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
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 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. 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
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
74%
9%
Hispanic
3%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
16%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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?
757 students attend Fernwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Fernwood Elementary School students are Asian, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fernwood Elementary School?
Fernwood Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Fernwood Elementary School offer ?
Fernwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Fernwood Elementary School part of?
Fernwood Elementary School is part of Northshore School District.
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