Best Schools in Bethel, Maine
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in Bethel?
Use this page to compare every school in Bethel by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Crescent Park School
Elementary · Rsu 44/msad 44. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Telstar Middle School
Middle · Rsu 44/msad 44. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Telstar High School
High · Rsu 44/msad 44. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Bethel for 2026 are Crescent Park School (6.9/10), Telstar Middle School (6.0/10), and Telstar High School (5.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$276,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$276,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Bethel
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Crescent Park School | 6.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Telstar Middle School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Telstar High School | 5.3 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $58,152
- Median home value
- $276,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 37%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Bethel compares
Maine rank
#36 of 72
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below Maine avg (6.2)
Median household income
$58k
81% of Maine median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Bethel, Maine
Bethel, Maine is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in Bethel show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Bethel is Crescent Park School with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Bethel is served by 1 school district: RSU 44/MSAD 44. These districts collectively serve 672 students.
Bethel's community shows 37% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $58,152. The poverty rate in the area is 13.1%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 278 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.9 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 168 students · 6th–8th | 6.0 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 168 students · 9th–12th | 5.3 |
Schools in Bethel
Bethel, Maine · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$58,152
Median Home Value
$276,600
Median Rent
$878/mo
Population
3,285
College Educated
37%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Community Profile
Bethel has a median household income of $58,152. It is an area where 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $276,600, with a median rent of $878/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.1%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Maine
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Bethel, Maine
How many schools are in Bethel, Maine?
Bethel has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Bethel, Maine?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bethel is 6.1 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Bethel, Maine?
The top-ranked school in Bethel on MySchoolScout is Crescent Park School with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Bethel, Maine?
The top-ranked elementary school in Bethel on MySchoolScout is Crescent Park School with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Bethel, Maine?
The top-ranked middle school in Bethel on MySchoolScout is Telstar Middle School with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best high school in Bethel, Maine?
The top-ranked high school in Bethel on MySchoolScout is Telstar High School with a composite score of 5.3/10.
How many school districts serve Bethel, Maine?
Bethel is served by 1 school district: Rsu 44/msad 44.
What is the education level in Bethel, Maine?
According to Census data, 37% of adults in Bethel have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Bethel, Maine?
The median household income in Bethel is approximately $58,152 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Bethel, Maine?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bethel is 10.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Bethel, Maine?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Maine Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.