Serving 402 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bethany Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South 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 50-54% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bethany Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Bethany Elementary School's student population of 402 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
402 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bethany Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethany Elementary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#373 out of 1154 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
2%
32%
White
86%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethany Elementary School's ranking?
Bethany Elementary School is ranked #373 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Bethany Elementary School often compared to?
Bethany Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bethel Elementary School, Larne Elementary School, Crowders Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Bethany Elementary School?
402 students attend Bethany Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Bethany Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bethany Elementary School?
Bethany Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bethany Elementary School offer ?
Bethany Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bethany Elementary School part of?
Bethany Elementary School is part of York 02 School District.
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