Serving 123 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bethel Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 123 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bethel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bethel Elementary School's student population of 123 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
123 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Bethel Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 283 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethel Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#103 out of 283 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
n/a
3%
White
97%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethel Elementary School's ranking?
Bethel Elementary School is ranked #103 out of 283 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Bethel Elementary School?
123 students attend Bethel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Bethel Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bethel Elementary School?
Bethel Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bethel Elementary School offer ?
Bethel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bethel Elementary School part of?
Bethel Elementary School is part of White River Unified School District #79.
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