Serving 512 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bethke Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Bethke Elementary School serves the southeast part of Timnath, CO, with an attendance zone covering approximately 5.8 square miles. Families typically reside within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 4.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bethke Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bethke Elementary School's student population of 512 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
512 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bethke Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethke Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#180 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bobcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethke Elementary School's ranking?
Bethke Elementary School is ranked #180 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Bethke Elementary School often compared to?
Bethke Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Timnath Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Bethke Elementary School?
512 students attend Bethke Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Bethke Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bethke Elementary School?
Bethke Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bethke Elementary School offer ?
Bethke Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bethke Elementary School part of?
Bethke Elementary School is part of Poudre School District R-1.
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