Best 98225 Washington Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 2,345 students in 98225, WA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 98225, WA are Lowell Elementary School, Parkview Elementary School and Columbia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98225 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 98225, WA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98225, WA Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lowell Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
914 15th St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6430
Gr: PK-5 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Parkview Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3030 Cornwall Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6433
Gr: PK-5 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Columbia Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2508 Utter St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6413
Gr: PK-5 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #44.
Happy Valley Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1041 24th St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6420
Gr: PK-5 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #55.
Sunnyland Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2800 James St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6446
Gr: PK-5 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #66.
Alderwood Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3400 Hollywood Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6404
Gr: PK-5 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #77.
Birchwood Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3200 Pinewood Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6466
Gr: PK-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 98225 Washington

98225, Washington Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
3408 Redwood Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6437
Gr: PK | 67 students Minority enrollment: 16%
1306 Dupont Street
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6400
Gr: 9-12
2036 Ellis St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-5092
Gr: 9-12 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Discovery Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1306 Dupont St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 738-6235
Gr: 2-11 | 12 students Minority enrollment: 25%
707 Astor St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-2627
Gr: 8-12 | 8 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Martin Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1306 Dupont St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-2787
Gr: 6-12 | 22 students Minority enrollment: 9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 98225, WA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 98225, WA include Lowell Elementary School, Parkview Elementary School and Columbia Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 98225?
7 public preschools are located in 98225.
What is the racial composition of students in 98225?
98225 public preschools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

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