BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Beach Elem is a public elementary school that is part of the Ferndale School District school district, located in Lummi Island, WA with about 43 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade.

Beach Elementary School is a small, public school located on Lummi Island, Washington, serving students in grades K–5. As the only school on the island, it functions as a central community hub, providing a personalized and intimate educational environment that takes advantage of the island’s unique natural setting. Because of its remote location, the school emphasizes community involvement, multi-grade classroom settings, and a strong connection to the local environment, offering students a quiet, focused academic experience far removed from the bustle of typical suburban districts.

Operated under the Ferndale School District, the school is known for its tight-knit atmosphere where small class sizes allow for individualized instruction and close relationships between teachers, students, and families. The curriculum is designed to meet state standards while integrating the island's geography and history into daily lessons. For families living on Lummi Island, Beach Elementary provides a vital sense of place and continuity, serving as a cornerstone for student development and community engagement within the small, island-bound population.

For more information, contact Beach Elem at (360) 383-9440 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.