Serving 255 students in grades 6-8, Bethel Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bethel Middle School's student population of 255 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
255 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Motto
Achieving Excellence In A School Of Excellence!
School Rankings
Bethel Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethel Middle School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#923 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
12%
11%
Hispanic
5%
21%
White
68%
43%
Two or more races
15%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethel Middle School's ranking?
Bethel Middle School is ranked #923 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Bethel Middle School?
255 students attend Bethel Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Bethel Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are American Indian, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bethel Middle School?
Bethel Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bethel Middle School offer ?
Bethel Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bethel Middle School part of?
Bethel Middle School is part of Bethel School District.
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