Best 98229 Washington Public Preschools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,034 students in 98229, WA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 98229, WA are Wade King Elementary School, Geneva Elementary School and Carl Cozier Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98229 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 50% statewide average). Pre schools in 98229, WA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschool average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98229, WA Public Preschools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wade King Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2155 Yew Street Rd
Bellingham, WA 98229
(360) 676-6840
Gr: PK-5 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Geneva Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1401 Geneva St
Bellingham, WA 98229
(360) 676-6416
Gr: PK-5 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Carl Cozier Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1330 Lincoln St
Bellingham, WA 98229
(360) 676-6410
Gr: PK-5 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 98229, WA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 98229, WA include Wade King Elementary School, Geneva Elementary School and Carl Cozier Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 98229?
3 public preschools are located in 98229.
What is the racial composition of students in 98229?
98229 public preschools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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