Serving 357 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Silver Beach Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Silver Beach Elementary School serves the eastern part of Bellingham, WA, covering an area of approximately 16.2 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Beach Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Silver Beach Elementary School's student population of 357 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
357 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Silver Beach Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Beach Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#211 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Silverhawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Beach Elementary School's ranking?
Silver Beach Elementary School is ranked #211 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Silver Beach Elementary School often compared to?
Silver Beach Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northern Heights Elementary School, Lowell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Silver Beach Elementary School?
357 students attend Silver Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Silver Beach Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% 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 Silver Beach Elementary School?
Silver Beach Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Silver Beach Elementary School offer ?
Silver Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Silver Beach Elementary School part of?
Silver Beach Elementary School is part of Bellingham School District.
In what neighborhood is Silver Beach Elementary School located?
Silver Beach Elementary School is located in the Silver Beach neighborhood of Bellingham, WA.
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