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Bellingham High School

Bellingham School District · Whatcom County · 2020 Cornwall Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225.0

(360)676-6575

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8/10
#83
Rank 83 out of 378
Top 22%
English Language Arts8/10 · #119 · 71st percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #91 · 76th percentile
Science9/10 · #65 · 84th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Bellingham High School sits in one of the Pacific Northwest's most livable cities — a walkable college town perched between the Cascades and Puget Sound, with a strong culture of outdoor adventure and civic engagement. The school performs solidly across the board, with science being a particular strength, making it a good fit for families who value well-rounded academics in a community that genuinely cares about its schools. If you're drawn to a city with an indie, outdoorsy vibe and want a public high school that reflects that thoughtful, engaged spirit, Bellingham delivers.

Student Demographics

288 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
208 (72%)
Hispanic
44 (15%)
Multiple Races
17 (6%)
Other
19 (7%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged112 (39%)
Students with Disabilities38 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,178
Enrollment
81
Teachers (FTE)
14.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio
17.2
Avg Class Size

Graduation Rate

87.2%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

19
AP Courses
offered
28.7%
AP Participation
of students
349
AP Enrollment
students

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs10/10 · #24 · 96th percentile

159 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in Washington.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found