Serving 1,218 students in grades 9-12, Bellingham High School ranks in the top 20% 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 79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,218 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bellingham High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bellingham High School's student population of 1,218 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,218 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bellingham High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bellingham High School is 0.52, 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
#317 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
18%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
67%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bellingham High School's ranking?
Bellingham High School is ranked #317 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Bellingham High School often compared to?
Bellingham High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sehome High School, Squalicum High 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 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bellingham High School?
The graduation rate of Bellingham High School is 84%, which is equal to the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Bellingham High School?
1,218 students attend Bellingham High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Bellingham High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bellingham High School?
Bellingham High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Bellingham High School offer ?
Bellingham High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bellingham High School part of?
Bellingham High School is part of Bellingham School District.
In what neighborhood is Bellingham High School located?
Bellingham High School is located in the Sunnyland neighborhood of Bellingham, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Sunnyland.
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