Serving 349 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Silver Beach Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Beach 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
Silver Beach Elementary School's student population of 349 students has declined by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
349 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Silver Beach Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Beach Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#200 out of 2113 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
76%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Beach Elementary School's ranking?
Silver Beach Elementary School is ranked #200 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Silver Beach Elementary School often compared to?
Silver Beach Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northern Heights Elementary School, Lowell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Silver Beach Elementary School?
349 students attend Silver Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Silver Beach Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver Beach Elementary School?
Silver Beach Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Silver Beach Elementary School offer ?
Silver Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Silver Beach Elementary School part of?
Silver Beach Elementary School is part of Bellingham School District.
In what neighborhood is Silver Beach Elementary School located?
Silver Beach Elementary School is located in the Silver Beach neighborhood of Bellingham, WA.
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