Serving 315 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wade King Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wade King Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Wade King Elementary School's student population of 315 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
315 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wade King Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wade King Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#563 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
77%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wade King Elementary School's ranking?
Wade King Elementary School is ranked #563 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Wade King Elementary School often compared to?
Wade King Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunnyland Elementary School, Happy Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Wade King Elementary School?
315 students attend Wade King Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Wade King Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wade King Elementary School?
Wade King Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Wade King Elementary School offer ?
Wade King Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wade King Elementary School part of?
Wade King Elementary School is part of Bellingham School District.
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