Serving 241 students in grades 6-8, Bethel Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bethel Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bethel Middle School's student population of 241 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
241 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bethel Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethel Middle School is 0.18, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#641 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
n/a
25%
White
90%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethel Middle School's ranking?
Bethel Middle School is ranked #641 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Bethel Middle School often compared to?
Bethel Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waynesville Middle School, Canton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Bethel Middle School?
241 students attend Bethel Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Bethel Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bethel Middle School?
Bethel Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bethel Middle School offer ?
Bethel Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bethel Middle School part of?
Bethel Middle School is part of Haywood County Schools School District.
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