At a glance
Reported students
1,688
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
78.29
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
21.6:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Washington high enrollment
92nd percentile
Compared with 624 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
529.5
Bethel High School: 1,688 reported students.
State peer staffing position
70th percentile
21.6:1 reported; state peer median 19.9:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,743
- Teachers (FTE)
- 76.38
- Student–teacher ratio
- 22.8:1
What the reported data says about Bethel High School
Bethel High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Spanaway. It is one of 34 current school records connected to Bethel School District. NCES reports 1,688 students for 2024–25.
Among 624 high schools in Washington with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 225 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 92nd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 21.6:1, close to the Washington median of 19.9:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (42.4%) and Hispanic or Latino (23.2%). English learners represent 4.6% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 13.1%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 10 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Bethel High School
- 1How do the reported 21.6:1 student–teacher ratio and 78.29 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 5.76 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 4.6%
- Students with disabilities
- 13.1%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 50.8%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 5.76
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1.9
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.71
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White42.4%
- Hispanic23.2%
- Black6%
- Asian3.7%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.9%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander5%
- Multiracial18.2%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
10 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Bethel School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Spanaway Lake High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,787 reported students
Graham Kapowsin High School
High · Grades 09–12
2,087 reported students
Acceleration Academy
High · Grades 09–12
450 reported students
Pierce County Skills Center
High · Grades 08–12
355 reported students
Challenger High School
High · Grades 07–12
318 reported students
Academy for Community Transition
High · Grades 12–12
58 reported students
Public schools near Bethel High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger High School High · Bethel School District | 07–12 | 318 | 3.6 mi |
| Academy for Community Transition High · Bethel School District | 12–12 | 58 | 3.7 mi |
| Spanaway Lake High School High · Bethel School District | 09–12 | 1,787 | 3.9 mi |
| Pierce County Skills Center High · Bethel School District | 08–12 | 355 | 3.9 mi |
| Graham Kapowsin High School High · Bethel School District | 09–12 | 2,087 | 4.3 mi |
| Acceleration Academy High · Bethel School District | 09–12 | 450 | 4.6 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Bethel High School
What grades does Bethel High School serve?
Bethel High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Bethel School District.
How many students attend Bethel High School?
Bethel High School reported 1,688 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 92nd percentile among 624 Washington high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,743 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Bethel High School?
The calculated ratio is 21.6:1, based on 1,688 students and 78.29 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Washington median for the same school level is 19.9:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Bethel High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Bethel High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Bethel School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Bethel High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
50.8% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Bethel High School in?
Bethel High School is part of Bethel School District, based in Spanaway, WA, which operates 34 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Bethel High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Challenger High School (3.6 mi), Academy for Community Transition (3.7 mi), Spanaway Lake High School (3.9 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.