COLUMBIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Columbia Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Bellingham School District school district, located in Bellingham, WA with about 294 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 16 teachers, Columbia Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Columbia Elementary School, located in the Columbia neighborhood of Bellingham, Washington, is a public elementary school serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the Bellingham Public Schools district, the school is known for fostering a close-knit, community-oriented environment. It emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum that focuses on core academic development, social-emotional learning, and inclusive practices to support a diverse student body.
Situated on Utter Street, the school is deeply integrated into its surrounding residential neighborhood, often serving as a local hub for families. Columbia Elementary is recognized for its dedicated staff and active parent involvement, which play a significant role in enhancing the educational experience. The school strives to create a safe, supportive, and engaging learning atmosphere that prepares students for middle school success while encouraging curiosity and collaboration.
For more information, contact Columbia Elementary School at (360) 676-6413 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Bellingham, WA 98225-2799
(360) 676-6413
COLUMBIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Bellingham, WA with about 294 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Washington
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Bellingham School District
- Total Students:
- 294
- Teachers:
- 16.88
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 294 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending COLUMBIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 84% of the student body.
- White
- 84.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 6.8%
- Two or more races
- 4.4%
- Asian
- 3.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.7%
- Black or African American
- 0.3%
- Female
- 44.6%
- Male
- 55.4%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.