Serving 140 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bethlehem Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bethlehem Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Bethlehem Elementary School's student population of 140 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
140 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Bethlehem Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethlehem Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.32. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#83 out of 457 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
88%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethlehem Elementary School's ranking?
Bethlehem Elementary School is ranked #83 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Bethlehem Elementary School?
140 students attend Bethlehem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Bethlehem Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bethlehem Elementary School?
Bethlehem Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bethlehem Elementary School offer ?
Bethlehem Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bethlehem Elementary School part of?
Bethlehem Elementary School is part of Bethlehem School District.
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