For the 2024-25 school year, there are 18 public schools serving 7,100 students in 98225, WA (there are 11 private schools, serving 1,250 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 98225, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 98225, WA are Sehome High School, Bellingham High School and Lowell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98225 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Washington public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98225, WA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98225, WA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sehome High School
Magnet School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2700 Bill Mcdonald Pkwy
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6481
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6481
Grades: 9-12
| 1,163 students
Rank: #22.
Bellingham High School
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2020 Cornwall Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6575
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6575
Grades: 9-12
| 1,218 students
Rank: #33.
Lowell Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
935 14th St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6430
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6430
Grades: PK-5
| 303 students
Rank: #44.
Parkview Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3030 Cornwall Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6433
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6433
Grades: PK-5
| 399 students
Rank: #55.
Columbia Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2508 Utter St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6413
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6413
Grades: PK-5
| 231 students
Rank: #66.
Fairhaven Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
110 Park Ridge Rd
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6450
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6450
Grades: 6-8
| 597 students
Rank: #77.
Bellingham Family Partnership Program
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1409 18th St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6424
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6424
Grades: K-12
| 266 students
Rank: #88.
Whatcom Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
810 Halleck St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6460
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6460
Grades: 6-8
| 600 students
Rank: #99.
Sunnyland Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2800 James St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6446
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6446
Grades: PK-5
| 316 students
Rank: #1010.
Happy Valley Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1041 24th St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6420
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6420
Grades: PK-5
| 456 students
Rank: #1111.
Visions (Seamar Youth Center)
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1603 E Illinois St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 647-6871
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 647-6871
Grades: 6-12
| 13 students
Rank: #1212.
Options High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2015 Franklin St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 647-6871
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 647-6871
Grades: 9-12
| 188 students
Rank: #1313.
Shuksan Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2717 Alderwood Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6454
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6454
Grades: 6-8
| 579 students
Rank: #14 - 1514. - 15.
Alderwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3400 Hollywood Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6404
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6404
Grades: PK-5
| 291 students
Rank: #14 - 1514. - 15.
Birchwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3200 Pinewood Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6466
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6466
Grades: PK-5
| 369 students
Rank: n/an/a
Bellingham Re-engagement Program
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1306 Dupont St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6400
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6400
Grades: 9-12
| 97 students
Rank: n/an/a
Meridian Impact Re-engagement
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
3028 Lindbergh Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 318-2280
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 318-2280
Grades: 9-12
| 9 students
Rank: n/an/a
Whatcom Co Detention Center
Magnet School
311 Grand Ave 6th Fl
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6707
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6707
Grades: 8-12
| 5 students
98225, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3408 Redwood Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6437
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6437
Grades: PK
| 67 students
1306 Dupont Street
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6400
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6400
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Community Transitions 18-21 High School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2036 Ellis St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-5092
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-5092
Grades: 9-12
| 26 students
Discovery Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1306 Dupont St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 738-6235
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 738-6235
Grades: 2-11
| 12 students
Home Port Learning Center (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
707 Astor St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-2627
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-2627
Grades: 8-12
| 8 students
Martin Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1306 Dupont St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-2787
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-2787
Grades: 6-12
| 22 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98225, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98225, WA include Sehome High School, Bellingham High School and Lowell Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98225?
18 public schools are located in 98225.
What percentage of students in 98225 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 98225 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98225?
98225 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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