Serving 413 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bethany Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Bethany Elementary School serves the northwest part of Beaverton, OR, with an attendance zone covering approximately 0.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, as the furthest edge of the zone is only 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bethany Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bethany Elementary School's student population of 413 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
413 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bethany Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethany Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#25 out of 1174 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
4%
Hispanic
14%
26%
Black
2%
3%
White
52%
57%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
11%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.4%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bobcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethany Elementary School's ranking?
Bethany Elementary School is ranked #25 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Bethany Elementary School?
413 students attend Bethany Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Bethany Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bethany Elementary School?
Bethany Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bethany Elementary School offer ?
Bethany Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bethany Elementary School part of?
Bethany Elementary School is part of Beaverton SD 48j School District.
In what neighborhood is Bethany Elementary School located?
Bethany Elementary School is located in the Bethany neighborhood of Beaverton, OR.
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