Serving 30 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Beach Elementary School ranks in the top 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Beach Elementary serves the southern part of Lummi Island, WA, covering an area of approximately 9.1 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beach Elementary School's student population of 30 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
30 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1920
School Calendar
School Motto
Beach Elementary School is committed to developing internationally-minded lifelong learners through a rigorous, inquiry-based curriculum.
School Rankings
Beach Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beach Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#904 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
13%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
9%
Showing 1991–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)83.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beach Elementary School's ranking?
Beach Elementary School is ranked #904 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Beach Elementary School often compared to?
Beach Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nooksack Elementary School, Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Beach Elementary School?
30 students attend Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Beach Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are American Indian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beach Elementary School?
Beach Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Beach Elementary School offer ?
Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Beach Elementary School part of?
Beach Elementary School is part of Ferndale School District.
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