Serving 298 students in grades 6-8, Bethel-tate Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bethel-Tate Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Bethel school district, encompassing approximately 49.2 square miles around Bethel, OH. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bethel-tate Middle School's student population of 298 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
298 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bethel-tate 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-tate Middle School is 0.15, 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
#1194 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
92%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethel-tate Middle School's ranking?
Bethel-tate Middle School is ranked #1194 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?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Bethel-tate Middle School?
298 students attend Bethel-tate Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Bethel-tate Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bethel-tate Middle School?
Bethel-tate Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bethel-tate Middle School offer ?
Bethel-tate Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bethel-tate Middle School part of?
Bethel-tate Middle School is part of Bethel-Tate Local School District.
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