Serving 245 students in grades 6-8, Bethel Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bethel Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bethel Middle School's student population of 245 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bethel Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethel Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#384 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
n/a
25%
White
91%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethel Middle School's ranking?
Bethel Middle School is ranked #384 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Bethel Middle School often compared to?
Bethel Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waynesville Middle School, Canton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Bethel Middle School?
245 students attend Bethel Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Bethel Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bethel Middle School?
Bethel Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bethel Middle School offer ?
Bethel Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bethel Middle School part of?
Bethel Middle School is part of Haywood County Schools School District.
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