Serving 232 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bethel Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bethel Elementary serves the northern part of Bethel, NC, covering an area of approximately 41.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 8.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bethel Elementary School's student population of 232 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
232 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Bethel Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethel Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2034 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)35-39%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
18%
22%
Black
49%
24%
White
26%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethel Elementary School's ranking?
Bethel Elementary School is ranked #2034 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Bethel Elementary School often compared to?
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Bethel Elementary School?
232 students attend Bethel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Bethel Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bethel Elementary School?
Bethel Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bethel Elementary School offer ?
Bethel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bethel Elementary School part of?
Bethel Elementary School is part of Pitt County Schools.
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