For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 324 students in Bethel, PA (there are , serving 105 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in Bethel, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public school in Bethel, PA is Bethel Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bethel, PA public school have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Bethel have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Bethel, PA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bethel Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8390 Lancaster Ave
Bethel, PA 19507
(717) 933-4131
Bethel, PA 19507
(717) 933-4131
Grades: K-6
| 324 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Bethel, PA?
The top ranked public schools in Bethel, PA include Bethel Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Bethel?
1 public schools are located in Bethel.
What percentage of students in Bethel go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in Bethel are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Bethel?
Bethel public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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