Serving 430 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bethany Community School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bethany Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bethany Community School's student population of 430 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
430 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bethany Community School ranks within the top 20% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethany Community School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#144 out of 939 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
6%
32%
Black
3%
12%
White
82%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.1%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethany Community School's ranking?
Bethany Community School is ranked #144 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Bethany Community School often compared to?
Bethany Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beecher Road School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Bethany Community School?
430 students attend Bethany Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Bethany Community School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bethany Community School?
Bethany Community School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bethany Community School offer ?
Bethany Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bethany Community School part of?
Bethany Community School is part of Bethany School District.
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