Serving 325 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carl Cozier Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carl Cozier Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Carl Cozier Elementary School's student population of 325 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
325 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carl Cozier Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carl Cozier Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#1056 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
25%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
59%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carl Cozier Elementary School's ranking?
Carl Cozier Elementary School is ranked #1056 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Carl Cozier Elementary School?
325 students attend Carl Cozier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Carl Cozier Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carl Cozier Elementary School?
Carl Cozier Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carl Cozier Elementary School offer ?
Carl Cozier Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carl Cozier Elementary School part of?
Carl Cozier Elementary School is part of Bellingham School District.
In what neighborhood is Carl Cozier Elementary School located?
Carl Cozier Elementary School is located in the Puget neighborhood of Bellingham, WA.
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