Serving 390 students in grades 6-8, Bethany Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bethany Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bethany Middle School's student population of 390 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
390 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bethany Middle 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 Middle School is 0.58, 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
#173 out of 1680 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
21%
20%
Black
3%
8%
White
61%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Bethany Middle School is ranked #173 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Bethany Middle School often compared to?
Bethany Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crooked Oak Middle School, Cooper Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Bethany Middle School?
390 students attend Bethany Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Bethany Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bethany Middle School?
Bethany Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Bethany Middle School offer ?
Bethany Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bethany Middle School part of?
Bethany Middle School is part of Bethany School District.
In what neighborhood is Bethany Middle School located?
Bethany Middle 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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