Serving 528 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bethel Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bethel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bethel Elementary School's student population of 528 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
528 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Bethel Elementary School ranks within the top 20% 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 0.17, 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
#279 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
1%
25%
White
91%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethel Elementary School's ranking?
Bethel Elementary School is ranked #279 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Bethel Elementary School often compared to?
Bethel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clyde Elementary School, Meadowbrook Elementary School, Shining Rock Classical Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Bethel Elementary School?
528 students attend Bethel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Bethel Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bethel Elementary School?
Bethel Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bethel Elementary School offer ?
Bethel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bethel Elementary School part of?
Bethel Elementary School is part of Haywood County Schools School District.
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