📊 What this ranking measures
Rankings are based on academic achievement — the share of students scoring proficient or above on state reading and math assessments (SBAC 2024–25), ranked against other districts in the same state — not on spending, district size, or staffing. See full methodology →
6 Rated Districts in the Bellingham, WA Metro Area
SBAC 2024–25 · percentile among Washington districts
| Metro Rank | District | District Office | Rating | State Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Bellingham School District | Bellingham | 7/10 Good | 66th |
| #2 | Meridian School District | Bellingham | 7/10 Good | 65th |
| #3 | Nooksack Valley School District | Everson | 7/10 Good | 62nd |
| #4 | Ferndale School District | Ferndale | 5/10 Average | 46th |
| #5 | Blaine School District | Blaine | 5/10 Average | 44th |
| #6 | Mount Baker School District | Deming | 4/10 Below Average | 30th |
Best School Districts in the Bellingham, WA Metro Area (2026)
Counties are assigned to metropolitan areas using the U.S. Census Bureau's 2023 delineation, and each district is placed in the county of its NCES directory listing. Ratings come from SBAC 2024–25 (Washington) and are percentile-ranked within the district's own state. Always confirm your assignment by address.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best-rated school district in the Bellingham, WA metro area? ▼
Among the 6 rated districts in the Bellingham, WA metro area, the highest-rated is Bellingham School District (Bellingham), rated 7/10 (Good) and in the 66th percentile of Washington districts on SBAC 2024–25 reading and math proficiency.
How are these rankings calculated? ▼
Each district's rating comes from the share of its students scoring proficient or above on state reading and math assessments, percentile-ranked against all rated districts in its state and converted to a 1–10 scale. Full methodology here.