Serving 378 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Bethlehem High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bethlehem High School's student population of 378 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
378 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bethlehem High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethlehem High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2685 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
37%
Black
n/a
21%
White
92%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethlehem High School's ranking?
Bethlehem High School is ranked #2685 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Bethlehem High School often compared to?
Bethlehem High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holmes County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bethlehem High School?
The graduation rate of Bethlehem High School is 80%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bethlehem High School?
378 students attend Bethlehem High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Bethlehem High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bethlehem High School?
Bethlehem High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bethlehem High School offer ?
Bethlehem High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bethlehem High School part of?
Bethlehem High School is part of Holmes School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School/Early Release
May 28, 2025 (Wednesday)
School Reviews
5 5/1/2007
Good quality academics.
Good elementary music.
No art or music for middle and high kids.
Drama is kinda hit and miss.
Good basketball. Softball and baseball are improving.
nice facility.
Parents can be involved if they want to.
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