Lynden High School is a public high school in Lynden, Washington, United States. Lynden High School serves students in grades 9-12 for the Lynden School District.
Serving 968 students in grades 9-12, Lynden High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). 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 Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 968 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Lynden High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
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Lynden High School's student population of 968 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
968 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Colors
Green, Gold
School Calendar
Lynden High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 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
#728 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
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
84%
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
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Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Lynden High School's ranking?
Lynden High School is ranked #728 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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, Nooksack Valley High School, Ferndale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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 84%, which is equal to 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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