For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 229 students in Bethany, MO.
The top-ranked public middle school in Bethany, MO is South Harrison Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bethany, MO public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in Bethany have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Missouri public middle school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Bethany, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
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 middle schools in Bethany, MO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Bethany, MO include South Harrison Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Bethany?
2 public middle schools are located in Bethany.
What is the racial composition of students in Bethany?
Bethany public middle schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Missouri public middle schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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