District Overview
Nestled in the heart of a large suburban community within the greater Boston-Cambridge-Newton metropolitan region, the Bellingham Public School District operates as an active, comprehensive public school system headquartered at 4 Mechanic Street in Bellingham, Massachusetts. Serving a student body of 2,020 pupils across five operational facilities, the district offers an inclusive educational continuum spanning from pre-kindergarten all the way through 12th grade. As a traditional public school system, Bellingham provides local families with a stable, well-structured learning environment designed to meet the academic, social, and developmental needs of children from early childhood through high school graduation.

A cornerstone of the district's operational strength is its robust staffing model, crafted to deliver dedicated support across every classroom. Bellingham employs approximately 307 full-time equivalent teachers, backed by more than 70 instructional aides and nearly 274 specialized support personnel, bringing the district's total workforce to over 650 full-time staff members. This strong educator-to-student ratio fosters tailored instruction, accessible student support services, and a well-maintained learning environment across all grade levels. Families, students, and educational researchers seeking further details on district programming and community initiatives can access additional resources through the district's portal at bellinghamk12.org.
5
Total Schools
2,020
Total Students
306.8
Full-Time Teachers
6.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Bellingham
Demographic Student Count
White1,472
Hispanic336
Black61
Asian69
Two or More68
American Indian8
Pacific Islander6
  • White
    1,472 (72.9%)
  • Hispanic
    336 (16.6%)
  • Asian
    69 (3.4%)
  • Two or More
    68 (3.4%)
  • Black
    61 (3.0%)
  • American Indian
    8 (0.4%)
  • Pacific Islander
    6 (0.3%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Bellingham
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary2
Middle1
High2
Other1
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:5
Students:2,020*
Teachers (FTE):306.8*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.6
Schools in Bellingham
Found 6 Schools