Serving 528 students in grades 9-12, Bethany High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bethany High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bethany High School's student population of 528 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
528 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bethany High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethany High School is 0.56, 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
#181 out of 1680 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
4%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
20%
20%
Black
2%
8%
White
63%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥95%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethany High School's ranking?
Bethany High School is ranked #181 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bethany High School?
The graduation rate of Bethany High School is 95%, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 78%.
How many students attend Bethany High School?
528 students attend Bethany High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Bethany High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bethany High School?
Bethany High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Bethany High School offer ?
Bethany High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bethany High School part of?
Bethany High School is part of Bethany School District.
In what neighborhood is Bethany High School located?
Bethany High School is located in the Central Oklahoma City neighborhood of Bethany, OK. There are 8 other public schools located in Central Oklahoma City.
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