Serving 526 students in grades 5-8, Bethel Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Bethel Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Tipp City, OH, encompassing approximately 33.6 square miles. The area allows for a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.6 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest boundary located 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bethel Middle School's student population of 526 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
526 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
School Rankings
Bethel Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethel Middle School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1421 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2005–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Black
4%
17%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
86%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
30.8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethel Middle School's ranking?
Bethel Middle School is ranked #1421 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Bethel Middle School?
526 students attend Bethel Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Bethel Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bethel Middle School?
Bethel Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bethel Middle School offer ?
Bethel Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bethel Middle School part of?
Bethel Middle School is part of Bethel Local School District.
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