Best Schools in Bethany, Oklahoma
10 schools · 7 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Bethany by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Snu Lab School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Bethany HS
High · Bethany. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Bethany MS
Middle · Bethany. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Bethany for 2026 are Snu Lab School (8.6/10), Bethany HS (8.0/10), and Bethany MS (7.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 10 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
10
9 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$163,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
10
9 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$163,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 8.0/10 despite 42% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.2 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Bethany schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +22.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Bethany schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Bethany
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 of 10). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Snu Lab School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Bethany HS | 8.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Bethany MS | 7.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Apollo ES | 5.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Western Oaks MS | 5.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Overholser ES | 5.4 / 10 |
| 7 | Earl Harris ES | 5.2 / 10 |
| 8 | Lake Park ES | 4.8 / 10 |
| 9 | Children's Ctr | 4.7 / 10 |
| 10 | Western Oaks ES | 4.2 / 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
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $55,981
- Median home value
- $163,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Avg commute
- 21 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 53%
30% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Bethany compares
Oklahoma rank
#139 of 223
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.2
below Oklahoma avg (6.2)
Median household income
$56k
92% of Oklahoma median
Schools in this city
10
About Schools in Bethany, Oklahoma
Bethany, Oklahoma is home to 10 schools, including 9 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Bethany 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 Bethany is Snu Lab School with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Bethany is served by 2 school districts: BETHANY, PUTNAM CITY. These districts collectively serve 20,508 students.
Bethany's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $55,981. The poverty rate in the area is 18.5%.
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
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 509 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.9 | ||
| 2 | 565 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.4 | ||
| 3 | 771 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.2 | ||
| 4 | 300 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.8 | ||
| 5 | 60 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.7 | ||
| 6 | 641 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.2 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Snu Lab School
Private
122 students · Pre-K–8th | 8.6 | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 367 students · 6th–8th | 7.4 |
| 2 | 642 students · 6th–8th | 5.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 577 students · 9th–12th | 8.0 |
Schools in Bethany
Bethany, Oklahoma · 10 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$55,981
Median Home Value
$163,500
Median Rent
$1,072/mo
Population
21,469
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
53%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
18.5%
Community Profile
Bethany has a median household income of $55,981. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $163,500, with a median rent of $1,072/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.5%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Oklahoma
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
Resources
School Districts (2)
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Oklahoma
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Bethany, Oklahoma
How many schools are in Bethany, Oklahoma?
Bethany has 10 schools, including 9 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Bethany, Oklahoma?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bethany is 6.0 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 Bethany, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked school in Bethany on MySchoolScout is Snu Lab School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Bethany, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked elementary school in Bethany on MySchoolScout is Snu Lab School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Bethany, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked middle school in Bethany on MySchoolScout is Bethany MS with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best high school in Bethany, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked high school in Bethany on MySchoolScout is Bethany HS with a composite score of 8.0/10.
How many school districts serve Bethany, Oklahoma?
Bethany is served by 2 school districts: Bethany, Putnam City.
What is the education level in Bethany, Oklahoma?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Bethany have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Bethany, Oklahoma?
The median household income in Bethany is approximately $55,981 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Bethany, Oklahoma?
Yes, Bethany has 1 private school alongside 9 public schools. The top-rated private school is Snu Lab School with a score of 8.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Bethany, Oklahoma?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bethany is 14.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Bethany, Oklahoma?
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, Oklahoma Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.