For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 790 students in Bethany, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Bethany, MO are South Harrison High School, South Harrison Elementary School and South Harrison Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bethany, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Bethany have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Bethany, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Harrison High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3400 Bulldog Ave
Bethany, MO 64424
(660) 425-8051
Bethany, MO 64424
(660) 425-8051
Gr: 9-12 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
South Harrison Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2213 Beekman
Bethany, MO 64424
(660) 425-8061
Bethany, MO 64424
(660) 425-8061
Gr: K-4 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
South Harrison Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3400 Bulldog Ave
Bethany, MO 64424
(660) 425-7467
Bethany, MO 64424
(660) 425-7467
Gr: 5-8 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
North Central Career Center
Vocational School
1401 Daily Rd
Bethany, MO 64424
(660) 425-2196
Bethany, MO 64424
(660) 425-2196
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Bethany, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Bethany, MO include South Harrison High School, South Harrison Elementary School and South Harrison Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Bethany?
5 public schools are located in Bethany.
What is the racial composition of students in Bethany?
Bethany public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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