For the 2025-26 school year, there are 12 public elementary schools serving 4,407 students in 98225, WA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98225, WA are Lowell Elementary School, Parkview Elementary School and Fairhaven Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» elementary schools in zipcode 98225 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98225, WA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98225, WA ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lowell Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
914 15th St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6430
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6430
Gr: PK-5 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Parkview Elementary 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
Gr: PK-5 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Fairhaven Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
110 Park Ridge Rd
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6450
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6450
Gr: 6-8 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
Columbia Elementary 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
Gr: PK-5 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #55.
Whatcom Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
810 Halleck St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6460
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6460
Gr: 6-8 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #66.
Bellingham Family Partnership Program
Alternative 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
Gr: K-12 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #77.
Happy Valley Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1041 24th St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6420
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6420
Gr: PK-5 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #88.
Sunnyland Elementary 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
Gr: PK-5 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #99.
Visions (Seamar Youth Center)
Alternative 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
Gr: 6-12 | 10 students Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #1010.
Shuksan Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2717 Alderwood Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6454
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6454
Gr: 6-8 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #1111.
Alderwood Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3400 Hollywood Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6404
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6404
Gr: PK-5 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #1212.
Birchwood Elementary 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
Gr: PK-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
98225, Washington ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3408 Redwood Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6437
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6437
Gr: PK | 67 students Minority enrollment: 16%
1306 Dupont Street
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6400
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6400
Gr: 9-12
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
Gr: 9-12 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Discovery Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1306 Dupont St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 738-6235
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 738-6235
Gr: 2-11 | 12 students Minority enrollment: 25%
Home Port Learning Center (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
707 Astor St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-2627
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-2627
Gr: 8-12 | 8 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Martin Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1306 Dupont St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-2787
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-2787
Gr: 6-12 | 22 students Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 98225, WA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98225, WA include Lowell Elementary School, Parkview Elementary School and Fairhaven Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98225?
12 public elementary schools are located in 98225.
What is the racial composition of students in 98225?
98225 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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