Serving 968 students in grades 9-12, Lynden High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington 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 Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 968 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lynden High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lynden High School's student population of 968 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Lion
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
968 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Colors
Green, Gold
School Rankings
Lynden High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lynden High School is 0.52, 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
#564 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
29%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
63%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Lynden High School's ranking?
Lynden High School is ranked #564 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Lynden High School often compared to?
Lynden High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meridian High School, Ferndale High School, Nooksack Valley High 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 40% WA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lynden High School?
The graduation rate of Lynden High School is 88%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lynden High School?
968 students attend Lynden High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Lynden High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lynden High School?
Lynden High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lynden High School offer ?
Lynden High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lynden High School part of?
Lynden High School is part of Lynden School District.
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