Bellingham Christian School, located in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, is a non-denominational Christian school serving Preschool through 8th-grade children and their Christian families. Your local Whatcom County Christian school serves students from a wide variety of area churches.
Bringing glory to God in all areas of the curriculum is the heartbeat of BCS.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked WA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Bellingham Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
378 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Kellie Schmidt
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Choirs
School Notes
- Our mission is to serve children ofChristian familiesin Whatcom County, providing Christian education ofhigh academic qualitythat promotesauthentic Christian characteramong students who will impact the world for Christ!
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Bellingham Christian School often compared to?
Bellingham Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like Assumption Catholic School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Bellingham Christian School offer?
Bellingham Christian School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Archery, Basketball and Soccer.
What is Bellingham Christian School's ranking?
Bellingham Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Bellingham Christian School?
The application deadline for Bellingham Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Bellingham Christian School located?
Bellingham Christian School is located in the Barkley neighborhood of Bellingham, WA.
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Popular comparisons: Bellingham Christian School vs. Assumption Catholic School
People that viewed Bellingham Christian School also viewed these schools: Assumption Catholic School, Lynden Christian School Evergreen Campus, Lynden Christian School, Immaculate Conception Regional School and Whatcom Hills Waldorf School.
The nearest high school to Bellingham Christian School is Explorations Academy (1.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Assumption Catholic School (1.5 miles away)
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Location
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Quick Facts
2116 Cornwall Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 733-6133
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 733-6133
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 259 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Lynden Christian School Evergreen Campus ![Lynden Christian School Evergreen Campus Photo - Preschool Classroom 1]( "Lynden Christian School Evergreen Campus Photo - Preschool Classroom 1")
Special Program Emphasis (Calvinist)
567 E. Kellogg Road
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 988-3473
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 988-3473
2.6 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 61 students Avg. class size: 12 students
Lynden Christian School
(Christian)
417 Lyncs Dr
Lynden, WA 98264
(360) 354-5492
Lynden, WA 98264
(360) 354-5492
12.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,210 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 6
Immaculate Conception Regional School ![Immaculate Conception Regional School Photo]( "Immaculate Conception Regional School Photo")
(Catholic)
1321 E Division Street
Mount Vernon, WA 98274
(360) 428-3912
Mount Vernon, WA 98274
(360) 428-3912
25 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 250 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
941 Austin St
Bellingham, WA 98229
(360) 733-3164
Bellingham, WA 98229
(360) 733-3164
3.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 237 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
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