Serving 488 students in grades 7-12, Bethel Regional High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 40-44% (Btm 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bethel Regional High School's student population of 488 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
488 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bethel Regional High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethel Regional High School is 0.19, 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
#458 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
90%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
8%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-44%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethel Regional High School's ranking?
Bethel Regional High School is ranked #458 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bethel Regional High School?
The graduation rate of Bethel Regional High School is 40-44%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Bethel Regional High School?
488 students attend Bethel Regional High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Bethel Regional High School students are American Indian, 8% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bethel Regional High School?
Bethel Regional High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bethel Regional High School offer ?
Bethel Regional High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bethel Regional High School part of?
Bethel Regional High School is part of Lower Kuskokwim School District.
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