Serving 537 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bethel Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Bethel Springs Elementary School serves the southeast part of Garnet Valley, PA, covering an area of approximately 4.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bethel Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bethel Springs Elementary School's student population of 537 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
537 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Bethel Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethel Springs Elementary School is 0.50, which is less 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
#278 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
23%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.6%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethel Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Bethel Springs Elementary School is ranked #278 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Bethel Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Bethel Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garnet Valley Elementary School, Concord Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Bethel Springs Elementary School?
537 students attend Bethel Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Bethel Springs Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bethel Springs Elementary School?
Bethel Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bethel Springs Elementary School offer ?
Bethel Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bethel Springs Elementary School part of?
Bethel Springs Elementary School is part of Garnet Valley School District.
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