BELLINGHAM HIGH SCHOOL

Bellingham High School is a public high school that is part of the Bellingham School District school district, located in Bellingham, WA with about 1,119 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 52 teachers, Bellingham High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.

Bellingham High School, located in the historic heart of Bellingham, Washington, serves as a cornerstone of the Bellingham Public School District. Situated at 2020 Cornwall Ave, the school is known for its strong emphasis on academic rigor, community involvement, and a comprehensive extracurricular program. As a central institution in the city, it fosters a diverse learning environment that encourages students to pursue excellence in both their studies and their personal development.

Beyond its academic offerings, Bellingham High School is recognized for its vibrant school spirit and deep ties to the surrounding community. The campus provides a wide array of athletics, arts, and club activities, which help create a well-rounded educational experience for its student body. With a focus on preparing students for post-secondary success, the school maintains a reputation for being an inclusive and supportive environment that values tradition while embracing modern educational standards.

For more information, contact Bellingham High School at (360) 676-6575 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2020 Cornwall Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225-3648
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BELLINGHAM HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Bellingham, WA with about 1,119 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Washington

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,119
Teachers:
52.99
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:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th 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 1,119 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending BELLINGHAM HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 70% of the student body.

White
70.2%
Hispanic/Latino
16.3%
Two or more races
6.4%
Asian
3.8%
Black or African American
1.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
49.9%
Male
50.1%

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.