For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,555 students in Bethany, OK (there are 2 private schools, serving 175 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Bethany, OK are educated in public schools (compared to the OK state average of 95%).
The top-ranked public schools in Bethany, OK are Earl Harris Elementary School, Bethany Middle School and Bethany High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bethany, OK public schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Oklahoma public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 28% statewide average). Schools in Bethany have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Oklahoma public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oklahoma public school average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Bethany, OK (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Earl Harris Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4311 N Asbury
Bethany, OK 73008
(405) 789-6673
Bethany, OK 73008
(405) 789-6673
Gr: PK-5 | 769 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Bethany Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4312 N Mueller
Bethany, OK 73008
(405) 787-3240
Bethany, OK 73008
(405) 787-3240
Gr: 6-8 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Bethany High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4500 N Mueller
Bethany, OK 73008
(405) 789-6370
Bethany, OK 73008
(405) 789-6370
Gr: 9-12 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #44.
Lake Park Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8221 Northwest 30th Street
Bethany, OK 73008
(405) 789-7068
Bethany, OK 73008
(405) 789-7068
Gr: PK-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #55.
Western Oaks Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7200 Northwest 23rd Street
Bethany, OK 73008
(405) 789-4434
Bethany, OK 73008
(405) 789-4434
Gr: 6-8 | 677 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #66.
Apollo Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1901 North Peniel Avenue
Bethany, OK 73008
(405) 787-6636
Bethany, OK 73008
(405) 787-6636
Gr: PK-5 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #77.
Western Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7210 Northwest 23rd Street
Bethany, OK 73008
(405) 789-1711
Bethany, OK 73008
(405) 789-1711
Gr: PK-5 | 688 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #88.
Overholser Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7900 Northwest 36th Street
Bethany, OK 73008
(405) 789-7913
Bethany, OK 73008
(405) 789-7913
Gr: PK-5 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #99.
Children's Center
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6721 Northwest 42nd Street
Bethany, OK 73008
(405) 499-4611
Bethany, OK 73008
(405) 499-4611
Gr: PK-8 | 54 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Bethany, OK?
The top-ranked public schools in Bethany, OK include Earl Harris Elementary School, Bethany Middle School and Bethany High School.
How many public schools are located in Bethany?
9 public schools are located in Bethany.
What percentage of students in Bethany go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Bethany are educated in public schools (compared to the OK state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in Bethany?
Bethany public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oklahoma public schools average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Bethany are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Bethany include: Earl Harris Elementary School vs. Bethany High School
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