Serving 923 students in grades 6-8, Bethlehem Central Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 923 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 86% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bethlehem Central Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bethlehem Central Middle School's student population of 923 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
923 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bethlehem Central Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethlehem Central Middle School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#908 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
83%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethlehem Central Middle School's ranking?
Bethlehem Central Middle School is ranked #908 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bethlehem Central Middle School often compared to?
Bethlehem Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Farnsworth Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Bethlehem Central Middle School?
923 students attend Bethlehem Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Bethlehem Central Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bethlehem Central Middle School?
Bethlehem Central Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bethlehem Central Middle School offer ?
Bethlehem Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bethlehem Central Middle School part of?
Bethlehem Central Middle School is part of Bethlehem Central School District.
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