For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 374 students in Bethany, IL.
The top ranked public schools in Bethany, IL are Okaw Valley Elementary School and Okaw Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bethany, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Bethany have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Bethany, IL (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Okaw Valley Elementary School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
Po Box 98
Bethany, IL 61914
(217) 665-3541
Bethany, IL 61914
(217) 665-3541
Grades: PK-4
| 190 students
Rank: #22.
Okaw Valley High School
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
Po Box 249
Bethany, IL 61914
(217) 665-3631
Bethany, IL 61914
(217) 665-3631
Grades: 9-12
| 184 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Bethany, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Bethany, IL include Okaw Valley Elementary School and Okaw Valley High School.
How many public schools are located in Bethany, IL?
2 public schools are located in Bethany, IL.
What is the racial composition of students in Bethany, IL?
Bethany, IL public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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