Bethany High School is located in Bethany, Oklahoma, United States. The first class graduated in 1931. In the 2014 Bethany High School won the National Blue Ribbon Award. The school mascot is a broncho.
Serving 577 students in grades 9-12, Bethany High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bethany High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bethany High School's student population of 577 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
577 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1910
Colors
White, Purple
School Rankings
Bethany High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethany High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#182 out of 1652 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
5%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
23%
20%
Black
3%
8%
White
57%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥95%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Broncho, Bucking Horse
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethany High School's ranking?
Bethany High School is ranked #182 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bethany High School?
The graduation rate of Bethany High School is 95%, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 78%.
How many students attend Bethany High School?
577 students attend Bethany High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Bethany High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bethany High School?
Bethany High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bethany High School offer ?
Bethany High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bethany High School part of?
Bethany High School is part of Bethany School District.
In what neighborhood is Bethany High School located?
Bethany High School is located in the Central Oklahoma City neighborhood of Bethany, OK. There are 8 other public schools located in Central Oklahoma City.
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