Serving 297 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wade King Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% 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: 297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Wade King Elementary School serves the southern part of Bellingham, WA, covering an area of approximately 29.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wade King Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wade King Elementary School's student population of 297 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
297 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
School Rankings
Wade King Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wade King Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#563 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
White
78%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wade King Elementary School's ranking?
Wade King Elementary School is ranked #563 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Wade King Elementary School often compared to?
Wade King Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunnyland Elementary School, Happy Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Wade King Elementary School?
297 students attend Wade King Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Wade King Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wade King Elementary School?
Wade King Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wade King Elementary School offer ?
Wade King Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wade King Elementary School part of?
Wade King Elementary School is part of Bellingham School District.
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