Serving 279 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bethany Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bethany Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Bethany Elementary School's student population of 279 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
279 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bethany Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethany Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#645 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
6%
Hispanic
14%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
45%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethany Elementary School's ranking?
Bethany Elementary School is ranked #645 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bethany Elementary School often compared to?
Bethany Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Andrews Elementary School, Anderson Elementary School, Mathews Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bethany Elementary School?
279 students attend Bethany Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Bethany Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bethany Elementary School?
Bethany Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bethany Elementary School offer ?
Bethany Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bethany Elementary School part of?
Bethany Elementary School is part of Plano Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Bethany Elementary School located?
Bethany Elementary School is located in the Hunters Glen neighborhood of Plano, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Hunters Glen.
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