Bethel High School is a public high school located in Spanaway, Washington. It is one of four high schools in the Bethel School District, is the district's oldest, having been founded in 1952.
Serving 1,688 students in grades 9-12, Bethel High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,688 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bethel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bethel High School's student population of 1,688 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,688 students
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Year Founded
1952
Colors
Black, Grey, Crimson
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bethel High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethel High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1095 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
23%
27%
Black
6%
5%
White
43%
47%
Hawaiian
5%
2%
Two or more races
18%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bison
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethel High School's ranking?
Bethel High School is ranked #1095 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Bethel High School often compared to?
Bethel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spanaway Lake High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bethel High School?
The graduation rate of Bethel High School is 91%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Bethel High School?
1,688 students attend Bethel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Bethel High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bethel High School?
Bethel High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bethel High School offer ?
Bethel High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bethel High School part of?
Bethel High School is part of Bethel School District.
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