Bethel High School is a public high school located in Spanaway, Washington. It is one of four high schools in the Bethel School District, is the district's oldest, having been founded in 1952.
Serving 1,651 students in grades 9-12, Bethel High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,651 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 30% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bethel High School's student population of 1,651 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,651 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Year Founded
1952
Colors
Black, Grey, Crimson
School Rankings
Bethel High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethel High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1156 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
24%
26%
Black
7%
5%
White
43%
48%
Hawaiian
5%
2%
Two or more races
16%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bison
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethel High School's ranking?
Bethel High School is ranked #1156 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Bethel High School often compared to?
Bethel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spanaway Lake High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bethel High School?
The graduation rate of Bethel High School is 89%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Bethel High School?
1,651 students attend Bethel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Bethel High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bethel High School?
Bethel High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Bethel High School offer ?
Bethel High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bethel High School part of?
Bethel High School is part of Bethel School District.
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