Serving 288 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sunnyland Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunnyland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Sunnyland Elementary School's student population of 288 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
288 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sunnyland Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunnyland Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#907 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
23%
27%
Black
2%
5%
White
59%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Bellingham School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunnyland Elementary School's ranking?
Sunnyland Elementary School is ranked #907 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Sunnyland Elementary School often compared to?
Sunnyland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt Elementary School, Wade King Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Sunnyland Elementary School?
288 students attend Sunnyland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Sunnyland Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunnyland Elementary School?
Sunnyland Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sunnyland Elementary School offer ?
Sunnyland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunnyland Elementary School part of?
Sunnyland Elementary School is part of Bellingham School District.
In what neighborhood is Sunnyland Elementary School located?
Sunnyland Elementary School is located in the Sunnyland neighborhood of Bellingham, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Sunnyland.
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