Serving 342 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Bethel Memorial Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bethel Memorial Elementary School's student population of 342 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
342 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
2022
School Rankings
Bethel Memorial Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethel Memorial Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#757 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
71%
60%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethel Memorial Elementary School's ranking?
Bethel Memorial Elementary School is ranked #757 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Bethel Memorial Elementary School?
342 students attend Bethel Memorial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Bethel Memorial Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bethel Memorial Elementary School?
Bethel Memorial Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bethel Memorial Elementary School offer ?
Bethel Memorial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Bethel Memorial Elementary School part of?
Bethel Memorial Elementary School is part of Bethel Park School District.
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