Serving 564 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bethel Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bethel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bethel Elementary School's student population of 564 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
564 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Bethel Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethel Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#252 out of 1680 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
8%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
1%
8%
White
65%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
20%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethel Elementary School's ranking?
Bethel Elementary School is ranked #252 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Bethel Elementary School?
564 students attend Bethel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Bethel Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bethel Elementary School?
Bethel Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bethel Elementary School offer ?
Bethel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bethel Elementary School part of?
Bethel Elementary School is part of Bethel School District.
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