For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 2,166 students in 98226, WA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 98226, WA are Meridian High School, Squalicum 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 38% (versus the Washington public high school average of 34%), 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 74%, which is less than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Meridian High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98226, WA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Meridian High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
194 W Laurel Road
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 398-8111
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 398-8111
Gr: 9-12 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Squalicum High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3773 E Mcleod Rd
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 676-6471
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 676-6471
Gr: 9-12 | 1,273 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Intergenerational High School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1 Bellis Fair Parkway, # 104
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 927-1119
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 927-1119
Gr: 9-12 | 107 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: n/an/a
Bellingham Re-engagement Program
Alternative School
1985 Barkley Blvd
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 676-6400
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 676-6400
Gr: 9-12 | 110 students Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: n/an/a
2334 Lummi View Drive
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 758-4300
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 758-4300
Gr: 9-12 | 142 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 98226, WA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 98226, WA include Meridian High School, Squalicum High School and Intergenerational High School.
How many public high schools are located in 98226?
5 public high schools are located in 98226.
What is the racial composition of students in 98226?
98226 public high schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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