Very Good
#28 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 7% of private schools
Explorations Academy
High School
1701 ELLIS ST # 215, Bellingham, WA 98225
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
7.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
7.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#28 of 381
In Bellingham
#3 of 9
public schools
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About Explorations Academy
Explorations Academy is a private high school in Bellingham, WA. Explorations Academy serves approximately 40 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 5:1 student-teacher ratio. Explorations Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #28 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- WA avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 40 students, Explorations Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5:1 students to teachers, Explorations Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Explorations Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Explorations Academy compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in Bellingham, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Explorations Academy (this school) | 7.9 |
| Bellingham High School | 6.6 |
| Options High School | 4.6 |
| Whatcom Co Detention Center | — |
| Whatcom Middle School | 5.6 |
| Bellingham Re-Engagement Program | 8.1 |
| Visions (Seamar Youth Center) | — |
| Sehome High School | 6.5 |
| Kulshan Middle School | 6.7 |
| Meridian Impact Re-Engagement | — |
| Shuksan Middle School | 5.1 |
| Intergenerational High School | 3.4 |
| Bellingham Family Partnership Program | 3.2 |
| Fairhaven Middle School | 6.3 |
| Squalicum High School | 6.4 |
| Meridian High School | 5.3 |
| Meridian Parent Partnership Program | 6.1 |
| Harmony Elementary | 5.5 |
| Lummi Nation Tribal School | 6.0 |
| Lummi High School | — |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in WA.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in WA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1701 ELLIS ST # 215, Bellingham, WA 98225
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Explorations Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Bellingham Re-Engagement Program (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Bellingham High School (rated 6.6/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Sehome High School (rated 6.5/10, 1.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bellingham, see our Bellingham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bellingham High School Bellingham | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Options High School Bellingham | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bellingham | 0.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Whatcom Co Detention Center Bellingham | 0.4 mi | — |
| Whatcom Middle School Bellingham | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Carl Cozier Elementary School Bellingham | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| CEDAR TREE MONTESSORI Bellingham | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Bellingham Re-Engagement Program Bellingham | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Sunnyland Elementary School Bellingham | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Parkview Elementary School Bellingham | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| INDEPENDENCE HIGH SCHOOL Bellingham | 1.1 mi | — |
| GARDENVIEW MONTESSORI Bellingham | 1.0 mi | — |
| Columbia Elementary School Bellingham | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Visions (Seamar Youth Center) Bellingham | 1.4 mi | — |
| ST PAUL'S ACADEMY Bellingham | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Sehome High School Bellingham | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| THE FRANKLIN ACADEMY Bellingham | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| BELLINGHAM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bellingham | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| MONTESSORI AT SAMISH WOODS Bellingham | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| BLUE HERON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bellingham | 2.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98225 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,220
Median Home Value
$588,800
Median Rent
$1,430/mo
Population
50,355
College Educated
48.3%
Homeownership
41%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Median Age
32
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Methow Valley Independent Learning Center Winthrop, WA | 8.1 |
| WASHINGTON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Bothell, WA | 8.1 |
| Bridgeport Aurora High School Bridgeport, WA | 8.2 |
| Northport High School Northport, WA | 8.2 |
| CLIP Carnation, WA | 7.6 |
| Creston Jr-Sr High School Creston, WA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Explorations Academy
What grades does Explorations Academy serve?
Explorations Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Explorations Academy?
Explorations Academy has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Explorations Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Explorations Academy is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Explorations Academy rank in WA?
Explorations Academy ranks #28 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is Explorations Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Explorations Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Explorations Academy a private school?
Yes, Explorations Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Explorations Academy a religious school?
No, Explorations Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 40
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Whatcom County
- Phone
- (360) 671-8085
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