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Bethel High School

Bethel School District · Pierce County · 22215 38th Avenue East, Spanaway, WA 98387.0

(253)800-7000

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10/10
#27
Rank 27 out of 378
Top 7%
English Language Arts9/10 · #63 · 85th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #19 · 95th percentile
Science10/10 · #32 · 92nd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

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School Overview

Bethel High School sits in Spanaway, a growing community just south of Tacoma where military families from nearby Joint Base Lewis-McChord mix with longtime Pierce County residents — giving the school a uniquely diverse, tight-knit feel. The numbers here are genuinely impressive, especially in math and science, making it a strong fit for families who want rigorous academics without the pressure-cooker atmosphere of some urban schools. If you're relocating to the South Sound area and want a school that punches well above its weight for a suburban community, Bethel deserves a serious look.

Student Demographics

434 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
175 (40%)
Hispanic
104 (24%)
Multiple Races
72 (17%)
Pacific Islander
30 (7%)
African American
28 (6%)
Other
25 (6%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged235 (54%)
Students with Disabilities49 (11%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,693
Enrollment
86
Teachers (FTE)
19.7:1
Student-Staff Ratio
25.5
Avg Class Size

Graduation Rate

92.1%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

10
AP Courses
offered
9.8%
AP Participation
of students
170
AP Enrollment
students

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs2/10 · #509 · 13th percentile

9 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in Washington.