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Best 98225 Washington Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 17 public schools serving 6,912 students in 98225, WA (there are 9 private schools, serving 844 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 98225, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98225, WA are Bellingham High School, Sehome 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 44% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), 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 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98225, WA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bellingham High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2020 Cornwall Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6575
Gr: 9-12 | 1,165 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Sehome High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2700 Bill Mcdonald Pkwy
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6481
Gr: 9-12 | 1,116 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Lowell Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
914 15th St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6430
Gr: PK-5 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #44.
Parkview Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3030 Cornwall Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6433
Gr: PK-5 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #55.
Fairhaven Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
110 Park Ridge Rd
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6450
Gr: 6-8 | 588 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #66.
Columbia Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2508 Utter St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6413
Gr: PK-5 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #77.
Whatcom Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
810 Halleck St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6460
Gr: 6-8 | 637 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #88.
Bellingham Family Partnership Program
Alternative School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1409 18th St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6424
Gr: K-12 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #99.
Happy Valley Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1041 24th St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6420
Gr: PK-5 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #1010.
Sunnyland Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2800 James St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6446
Gr: PK-5 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #1111.
Visions (Seamar Youth Center)
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1603 E Illinois St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 647-6871
Gr: 6-12 | 11 students Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #1212.
Shuksan Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2717 Alderwood Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6454
Gr: 6-8 | 606 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #1313.
Alderwood Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3400 Hollywood Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6404
Gr: PK-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #1414.
Options High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2015 Franklin St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 647-6871
Gr: 9-12 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #1515.
Birchwood Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3200 Pinewood Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6466
Gr: PK-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: n/an/a
Meridian Impact Re-engagement
Alternative School
3028 Lindbergh Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 318-2280
Gr: 9-12 | 21 students Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: n/an/a
Whatcom Co Detention Center
311 Grand Ave 6th Fl
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6707
Gr: 8-12 | 4 students Minority enrollment: 25%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 98225, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98225, WA include Bellingham High School, Sehome High School and Lowell Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98225?
17 public schools are located in 98225.
What percentage of students in 98225 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 98225 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98225?
98225 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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