Bethel High School is a public secondary school located in the town of Bethel, Connecticut, approximately 60 miles north of New York City. Founded in 1939, its previous location was the Municipal Center until it was moved to its current location at 300 Whittlesey Drive.
Serving 1,097 students in grades 9-12, Bethel High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,097 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bethel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bethel High School's student population of 1,097 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,097 students
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Year Founded
1939
School Calendar
School Motto
BHS Pride: Perseverance, Respect, Integrity, Dependability, & Empathy
School Rankings
Bethel High School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethel High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#406 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
26%
32%
Black
4%
12%
White
57%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethel High School's ranking?
Bethel High School is ranked #406 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Bethel High School often compared to?
Bethel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Danbury High School, Brookfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bethel High School?
The graduation rate of Bethel High School is 95%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Bethel High School?
1,097 students attend Bethel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Bethel High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bethel High School?
Bethel High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
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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