Serving 280 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bethlehem Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bethlehem Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Bethlehem Elementary School's student population of 280 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
280 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bethlehem Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethlehem Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#226 out of 942 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
12%
31%
Black
1%
12%
White
80%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethlehem Elementary School's ranking?
Bethlehem Elementary School is ranked #226 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Bethlehem Elementary School?
280 students attend Bethlehem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Bethlehem Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bethlehem Elementary School?
Bethlehem Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bethlehem Elementary School offer ?
Bethlehem Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bethlehem Elementary School part of?
Bethlehem Elementary School is part of Regional School District 14.
In what neighborhood is Bethlehem Elementary School located?
Bethlehem Elementary School is located in the Bethlehem Village neighborhood of Bethlehem, CT.
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