Serving 950 students in grades 5-8, Bethlehem Central Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 950 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 86% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bethlehem Central Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Delmar, NY, covering approximately 45.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.1 miles from the school to the zone edge and the furthest edge located 10.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bethlehem Central Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bethlehem Central Middle School's student population of 950 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
950 students
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bethlehem Central Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethlehem Central Middle School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#823 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
3%
31%
Black
3%
15%
White
80%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethlehem Central Middle School's ranking?
Bethlehem Central Middle School is ranked #823 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bethlehem Central Middle School often compared to?
Bethlehem Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Farnsworth Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Bethlehem Central Middle School?
950 students attend Bethlehem Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Bethlehem Central Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bethlehem Central Middle School?
Bethlehem Central Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bethlehem Central Middle School offer ?
Bethlehem Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bethlehem Central Middle School part of?
Bethlehem Central Middle School is part of Bethlehem Central School District.
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