Serving 38 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Beach Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beach Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Beach Elementary School's student population of 38 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
38 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beach Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beach Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#850 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
22%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
11%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
56%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beach Elementary School's ranking?
Beach Elementary School is ranked #850 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Beach Elementary School often compared to?
Beach Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nooksack Elementary School, Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Beach Elementary School?
38 students attend Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Beach Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beach Elementary School?
Beach Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Beach Elementary School offer ?
Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Beach Elementary School part of?
Beach Elementary School is part of Ferndale School District.
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