Serving 547 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bethel Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bethel Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Bethel Springs Elementary School's student population of 547 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
547 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Bethel Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethel Springs Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#404 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
67%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethel Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Bethel Springs Elementary School is ranked #404 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Bethel Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Bethel Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garnet Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Bethel Springs Elementary School?
547 students attend Bethel Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Bethel Springs Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bethel Springs Elementary School?
Bethel Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bethel Springs Elementary School offer ?
Bethel Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bethel Springs Elementary School part of?
Bethel Springs Elementary School is part of Garnet Valley School District.
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