Serving 932 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bethel Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 932 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bethel Elementary School's student population of 932 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
932 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Bethel Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethel Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#815 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
4%
17%
White
84%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethel Elementary School's ranking?
Bethel Elementary School is ranked #815 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Bethel Elementary School?
932 students attend Bethel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Bethel Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bethel Elementary School?
Bethel Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bethel Elementary School offer ?
Bethel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bethel Elementary School part of?
Bethel Elementary School is part of Bethel Local School District.
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