For the 2025-26 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 5,061 students in 98226, WA (there are 2 private schools, serving 439 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 98226, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 98226, WA are Silver Beach Elementary School, Meridian High School and Squalicum High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98226 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98226, WA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98226, WA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Silver Beach Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4101 Academy St
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 676-6443
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 676-6443
Gr: PK-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
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 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
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 | 1,241 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
Northern Heights Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4000 Magrath Rd
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 647-6820
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 647-6820
Gr: PK-5 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #55.
Meridian Parent Partnership Program
Alternative School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
240 W Laurel Rd
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 398-9324
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 398-9324
Gr: K-8 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #66.
Roosevelt Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2900 Yew St
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 676-6440
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 676-6440
Gr: PK-5 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #77.
Harmony Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5060 Sand Road
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 383-2050
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 383-2050
Gr: K-6 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #88.
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 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #99.
Irene Reither Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
954 E. Hemmi Road
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 398-2111
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 398-2111
Gr: PK-5 | 748 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #1010.
Cordata Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4420 Aldrich Rd
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 676-6461
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 676-6461
Gr: PK-5 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: n/an/a
2334 Lummi View Drive
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 758-4300
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 758-4300
Gr: 9-12 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Rank: n/an/a
2334 Lummi View Drive
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 758-4300
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 758-4300
Gr: K-8 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Rank: n/an/a
Meridian Special Programs
Special Education School
214 W Laurel Road
Bellingham, WA 98226
(206) 398-7111
Bellingham, WA 98226
(206) 398-7111
Gr: PK | 25 students Minority enrollment: 28%
98226, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
194 W. Laurel Road
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 966-7076
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 966-7076
Gr: 7-12 | 39 students Minority enrollment: 26%
5604 Mission Rd
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 988-2641
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 988-2641
Gr: 7-12 | 33 students Minority enrollment: 24%
5275 Northwest Rd
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 383-9554
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 383-9554
Gr: PK-6
Timber Ridge (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
5604 Mission Rd
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 966-0106
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 966-0106
Gr: 6-12 | 17 students Minority enrollment: 41%
Timber Ridge High School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
5604 Mission Rd
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 966-0106
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 966-0106
Gr: 7-12 | 20 students Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98226, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98226, WA include Silver Beach Elementary School, Meridian High School and Squalicum High School.
How many public schools are located in 98226?
13 public schools are located in 98226.
What percentage of students in 98226 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 98226 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98226?
98226 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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