Summary:
The 98225 zip code area of Bellingham, Washington is home to 17 schools, including 7 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 6 high schools, and 1 alternative school. These schools serve a diverse student population and demonstrate a wide range of academic performance, with some standout institutions and others facing challenges.
Among the top-performing schools in the area are Sehome High School, which ranks 69th out of 442 high schools in Washington and has a 4-star rating, as well as Fairhaven Middle School, which ranks 84th out of 539 middle schools in the state and also holds a 4-star rating. These schools boast impressive test scores, with Sehome High School having 74.89% of 10th graders proficient in English Language Arts and 82.08% of 11th graders proficient in Science, while Fairhaven Middle School has 65.14% of students proficient in English Language Arts and 65.69% proficient in Science across all grades. In contrast, schools like Shuksan Middle School and Alderwood Elementary School struggle with significantly lower proficiency rates compared to the district and state averages.
The data also reveals a correlation between socioeconomic status and academic outcomes, with schools serving a higher percentage of students from low-income families tending to have lower test scores and graduation rates. This highlights the importance of addressing the needs of economically disadvantaged students in the Bellingham School District. Additionally, the alternative and re-engagement schools in the area, such as Options High School, face significant challenges, with lower graduation rates and higher dropout rates, underscoring the need for additional support and resources to better serve these unique student populations.
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