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Elementary Schools

Isom Elementary School

Lynden School District · Whatcom County · 8461 BENSON RD, Lynden, WA 98264.0

(360)354-1992

7/10
#385
Rank 385 out of 1,162
Top 33%
English Language Arts8/10 · #346 · 70th percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #416 · 64th percentile
Science7/10 · #416 · 60th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Lynden is a tight-knit agricultural community tucked up near the Canadian border in Whatcom County, with a small-town feel that's increasingly appealing to families looking to escape the pace of the greater Seattle or Bellingham areas. Isom Elementary sits comfortably in the upper tier of Washington schools, with particular strength in English, and reflects the kind of stable, community-rooted environment that Lynden is known for. Families who value a slower pace of life, strong community ties, and solid academics without the pressure of a hypercompetitive urban school scene tend to find Lynden — and schools like Isom — a really good fit.

Student Demographics

212 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
130 (61%)
Hispanic
60 (28%)
Other
22 (10%)

Key Indicators

English Learners29 (14%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged99 (47%)
Students with Disabilities31 (15%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

414
Enrollment
27
Teachers (FTE)
15.3:1
Student-Staff Ratio
21.4
Avg Class Size

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 Programs4/10 · #828 · 36th percentile

19 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Washington.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found