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#94 of 1,226 schools in OR

Top 8% in state

Bethany Elementary School

Elementary School · Beaverton SD 48J

3305 NW 174th Ave, Beaverton, OR 97006

Enrollment

418

Student-Teacher

19.9:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#94 of 1,226

In Beaverton

#2 of 35

public schools

In district

#9 of 56

Beaverton SD 48J

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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8.8/10

Elementary School in Beaverton · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bethany Elementary School

Bethany Elementary School is a public elementary school in Beaverton, OR, part of Beaverton SD 48J. Bethany Elementary School serves approximately 418 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Bethany Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #94 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Bethany Elementary School show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.8
  • OR avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68.5% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency79% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg+36.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+36 pts
Overall Proficiency74% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected+26.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile97th
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,998
Chronic Absenteeism27%

Bethany Elementary School — Students at Bethany Elementary School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 85.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 87.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 OSAS)

Based on 30 test records from OR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
99.5%
ELA
97%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
96%
ELA
98%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
97%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
86%
ELA
86%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
85%
2017
Math
80%
ELA
80%
2018
Math
78%
ELA
84%
2019
Math
78%
ELA
84%
2020*
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2021*
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2022
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2025
Math
68.5%
ELA
79%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.

How Bethany Elementary School Compares

See how Bethany Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
92th percentile in OR
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
6.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
22%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3305 NW 174th Ave, Beaverton, OR 97006

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bethany Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jacob Wismer Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Portland), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Springville Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Portland), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Sato Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Portland), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Beaverton, see our Beaverton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Westview High School Portland 0.6 mi 6.2
Rock Creek Elementary School Portland 0.7 mi 8.4
Five Oaks Middle School Beaverton 0.9 mi 6.5
McKinley Elementary School Beaverton 1.0 mi 5.7
ANGELS ACADEMY LLC Beaverton 1.3 mi
Beaverton Academy of Science and Engineering Hillsboro 1.2 mi 8.1
FLEX Online School Hillsboro 1.2 mi 4.7
Oak Hills Elementary School Beaverton 1.1 mi 8.3
WILLAMETTE VALLEY ACADEMY Portland 1.3 mi
Springville Elementary School Portland 1.8 mi 9.1
GOODTIME CHINESE SCHOOL Portland 1.4 mi 7.8
GOODTIME CHINESE SCHOOL Portland 1.4 mi 7.0
BETHANY VILLAGE MONTESSORI Portland 1.4 mi
Elmonica Elementary School Beaverton 1.9 mi 7.5
FAITH BIBLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hillsboro 1.5 mi 4.9
PRINCE OF PEACE SCHOOL Portland 1.9 mi 6.7
Stoller Middle School Portland 2.0 mi 8.3
Community School Beaverton 2.6 mi 6.0
Sato Elementary School Portland 2.5 mi 8.5
Jacob Wismer Elementary School Portland 2.1 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97006 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,373

Median Home Value

$535,800

Median Rent

$1,844/mo

Population

45,556

College Educated

50.3%

Homeownership

45.6%

Avg Commute

22.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Median Age

35.1

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Bessie Coleman Elementary School Corvallis, OR 8.8
Hawks View Elementary School Sherwood, OR 8.8
Highland School at Kenwood Elementary School Bend, OR 8.8
Lowrie Primary School Wilsonville, OR 8.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bethany Elementary School

What grades does Bethany Elementary School serve?

Bethany Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Bethany Elementary School?

Bethany Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 418 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bethany Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bethany Elementary School is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bethany Elementary School rank in OR?

Bethany Elementary School ranks #94 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Bethany Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bethany Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bethany Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bethany Elementary School has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bethany Elementary School a charter school?

No, Bethany Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bethany Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Bethany Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bethany Elementary School?

21.8% of students at Bethany Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
418
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Washington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.0%

District

Beaverton SD 48J
District Enrollment
38,049
Schools in District
56
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,998
District Rank
#9 of 56

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