For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,967 students in 98226, WA.
The top ranked public high schools in 98226, WA are Squalicum High School, Meridian High School and Intergenerational High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 98226 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Washington public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in 98226, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 98226 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is more than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Squalicum High School, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public high school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98226, WA Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Squalicum High School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3773 E Mcleod Rd
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 676-6471
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 676-6471
Grades: 9-12
| 1,280 students
Rank: #22.
Meridian High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
194 W Laurel Road
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 398-8111
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 398-8111
Grades: 9-12
| 487 students
Rank: #33.
Intergenerational High School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1 Bellis Fair Parkway, # 104
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 927-1119
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 927-1119
Grades: 9-12
| 69 students
Rank: n/an/a
Lummi High School
Magnet School
2334 Lummi View Drive
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 758-4300
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 758-4300
Grades: 9-12
| 131 students
98226, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2334 Lummi View Drive
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 758-3147
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 758-3147
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
194 W. Laurel Road
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 966-7076
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 966-7076
Grades: 7-12
| 39 students
5604 Mission Rd
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 988-2641
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 988-2641
Grades: 7-12
| 33 students
5275 Northwest Rd
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 383-9554
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 383-9554
Grades: PK-6
| n/a students
Timber Ridge (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
5604 Mission Rd
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 966-0106
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 966-0106
Grades: 6-12
| 17 students
Timber Ridge High School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
5604 Mission Rd
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 966-0106
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 966-0106
Grades: 7-12
| 20 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 98226, WA?
The top ranked public high schools in 98226, WA include Squalicum High School, Meridian High School and Intergenerational High School.
How many public high schools are located in 98226?
4 public high schools are located in 98226.
What is the racial composition of students in 98226?
98226 public high schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public high schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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