Serving 468 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Happy Valley 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 46% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% 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: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Happy Valley Elementary School's student population of 468 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Happy Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Happy Valley Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#946 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
16%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
68%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Happy Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Happy Valley Elementary School is ranked #946 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Happy Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Happy Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lowell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Happy Valley Elementary School?
468 students attend Happy Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Happy Valley Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Happy Valley Elementary School?
Happy Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Happy Valley Elementary School offer ?
Happy Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Happy Valley Elementary School part of?
Happy Valley Elementary School is part of Bellingham School District.
In what neighborhood is Happy Valley Elementary School located?
Happy Valley Elementary School is located in the Happy Valley neighborhood of Bellingham, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Happy Valley.
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