Serving 1,815 students in grades 9-12, Bethel High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,815 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bethel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bethel High School's student population of 1,815 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,815 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bethel High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethel High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#409 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
7%
18%
Black
68%
22%
White
16%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethel High School's ranking?
Bethel High School is ranked #409 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Bethel High School often compared to?
Bethel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hampton High School, Kecoughtan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bethel High School?
The graduation rate of Bethel High School is 94%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Bethel High School?
1,815 students attend Bethel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Bethel High School students are Black, 16% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bethel High School?
Bethel High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bethel High School offer ?
Bethel High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bethel High School part of?
Bethel High School is part of Hampton City PBLC Schs School District.
School Reviews
5 11/24/2008
It's overall a good school. It has its ups and downs but I love the school overall. The sports teams are important, especially football and basketball. The teachers do an exceptional job.
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