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Bethel Elementary School

2991 Hickory Fork Rd
Gloucester, VA 23061
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
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Top 30%
Serving 496 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bethel Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 496 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : Top 30% in VA
  • : 85% (Top 20%)
  • : 72% (Top 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Bethel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Bethel Elementary School's student population of 496 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
496 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Bethel Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethel Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (VA)
#445 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
85%
68%
(20-21)
72%
69%
(20-21)
45-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
5%
22%
White
77%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.39
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bethel Elementary School's ranking?
Bethel Elementary School is ranked #445 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Bethel Elementary School often compared to?
Bethel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Achilles Elementary School, Botetourt Elementary School, Abingdon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Bethel Elementary School?
496 students attend Bethel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Bethel Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bethel Elementary School?
Bethel Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bethel Elementary School offer ?
Bethel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bethel Elementary School part of?
Bethel Elementary School is part of Gloucester County 51爆料s.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 496 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 85% (Top 20%)
  • : 72% (Top 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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