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Best 98226 Washington Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,992 students in 98226, WA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 98226, WA are Meridian High School, Squalicum High School and Intergenerational High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 98226 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Washington public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in 98226, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 98226 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Meridian High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public high school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98226, WA Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Meridian High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
194 W Laurel Road
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 398-8111
Gr: 9-12 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Squalicum High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3773 E Mcleod Rd
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 676-6471
Gr: 9-12 | 1,241 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Intergenerational High School
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1 Bellis Fair Parkway, # 104
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 927-1119
Gr: 9-12 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: n/an/a
Lummi High School
2334 Lummi View Drive
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 758-4300
Gr: 9-12 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 98226 Washington

98226, Washington Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
2334 Lummi View Drive
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 758-3147
Gr: K-8
194 W. Laurel Road
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 966-7076
Gr: 7-12 | 39 students Minority enrollment: 26%
5604 Mission Rd
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 988-2641
Gr: 7-12 | 33 students Minority enrollment: 24%
5275 Northwest Rd
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 383-9554
Gr: PK-6
Timber Ridge (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
5604 Mission Rd
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 966-0106
Gr: 6-12 | 17 students Minority enrollment: 41%
5604 Mission Rd
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 966-0106
Gr: 7-12 | 20 students Minority enrollment: 25%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 98226, WA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 98226, WA include Meridian High School, Squalicum High School and Intergenerational High School.
How many public high schools are located in 98226?
4 public high schools are located in 98226.
What is the racial composition of students in 98226?
98226 public high schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public high schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

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