For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,086 students in Bethel, NC.
The top-ranked public schools in Bethel, NC are North Pitt High School and Bethel Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bethel, NC public schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Bethel have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Bethel, NC (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Pitt High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5659 Nc 11 North
Bethel, NC 27812
(252) 825-0054
Bethel, NC 27812
(252) 825-0054
Gr: 9-12 | 854 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Bethel Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
152 E. Washington Street
Bethel, NC 27812
(252) 825-3801
Bethel, NC 27812
(252) 825-3801
Gr: PK-8 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Bethel, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in Bethel, NC include North Pitt High School and Bethel Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Bethel?
2 public schools are located in Bethel.
What is the racial composition of students in Bethel?
Bethel public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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