Bethel Regional High School in Bethel, AK, serves grades 7–12 with an enrollment of 434 students and a student–teacher ratio of 12:1, which is approximately equal to the state average.
Minority enrollment is 91%, predominantly American Indian students, with 75% of students eligible for free lunch, reflecting sustained high socioeconomic need over recent years.
Math proficiency is 17%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32% but higher than the district average of 11%, while reading proficiency at 10% is lower than both state (29%) and district (4%) averages.
Science proficiency ranges between 25% and 29%, falling below the state average of 38% and above the district average of 9%, with overall testing ranks remaining in the bottom 50% statewide.
Graduation rates have declined from 75% in 2018 to approximately 45–49% in 2023, significantly lower than the Alaska state rate of 78% and below the district average of 47%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 45-49% (Btm 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bethel Regional High School's student population of 410 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
410 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bethel Regional High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethel Regional High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#354 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
88%
21%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
8%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
1%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
45-49%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Lower Kuskokwim School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warrior
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethel Regional High School's ranking?
Bethel Regional High School is ranked #354 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bethel Regional High School?
The graduation rate of Bethel Regional High School is 45-49%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Bethel Regional High School?
410 students attend Bethel Regional High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Bethel Regional High School students are American Indian, 8% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bethel Regional High School?
Bethel Regional High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bethel Regional High School offer ?
Bethel Regional High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bethel Regional High School part of?
Bethel Regional High School is part of Lower Kuskokwim School District.
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