Bellingham Christian School

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 (2025-26)

  • 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:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1958

Student Body

Total Students
378 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Bellingham Christian School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
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

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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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked WA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 378 students
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Bellingham, WA is $10,260 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Bellingham, WA is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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