New Bethel Elementary School in Tuscumbia, AL, ranked #156 statewide in 2023, improved from #351 in 2021, placing it in the top 20% of Alabama public schools.
Math proficiency was 70–74%, higher than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 55–59%, and science proficiency was 40–59%, both higher than the state averages.
Enrollment remained relatively stable around 158 students in grades PK–6, with a minority enrollment of 7% and 25% of students eligible for free or reduced–price lunch as of 2023.
The school served grades prekindergarten through 6th with a student–teacher ratio of 16:1, which is higher than some comparable schools in the district with ratios near 14:1.
Graduation rates consistently exceeded the state average, reaching 90% in 2023 compared to the state rate of 88%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Bethel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
New Bethel Elementary School's student population of 158 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
158 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Bethel Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Bethel Elementary School is 0.14, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#156 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
2%
32%
White
93%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Bethel Elementary School's ranking?
New Bethel Elementary School is ranked #156 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are New Bethel Elementary School often compared to?
New Bethel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherokee Elementary School, Colbert Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend New Bethel Elementary School?
158 students attend New Bethel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of New Bethel Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Bethel Elementary School?
New Bethel Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does New Bethel Elementary School offer ?
New Bethel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Bethel Elementary School part of?
New Bethel Elementary School is part of Colbert County School District.
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