GENEVA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Geneva Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Bellingham School District school district, located in Bellingham, WA with about 465 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 24 teachers, Geneva Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Geneva Elementary School is a public school located in the Geneva neighborhood of Bellingham, Washington, serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade. Situated on the eastern edge of the city near the shores of Lake Whatcom, the school is part of the Bellingham Public Schools district. It is known for its strong community atmosphere, reflecting the character of the surrounding residential area, and places a significant emphasis on creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for its diverse student body.

Academically, Geneva Elementary focuses on developing foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and science, while also promoting social-emotional learning and character development. The school benefits from its scenic location and often incorporates nature-based learning opportunities into its curriculum. By fostering partnerships between teachers, parents, and the broader Bellingham community, the school strives to prepare its students for academic success and active citizenship as they transition to middle school.

For more information, contact Geneva Elementary School at (360) 676-6416 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1401 Geneva St
Bellingham, WA 98229-5218
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GENEVA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Bellingham, WA with about 465 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Washington

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
465
Teachers:
24.55
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
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 465 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending GENEVA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 83% of the student body.

White
83.0%
Hispanic/Latino
8.6%
Two or more races
4.3%
Black or African American
1.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.9%
Asian
0.9%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.6%

Female
46.5%
Male
53.5%

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.