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#374 of 381 private schools in WA

Bethany Lutheran Church & Early Learning Center

Elementary School

151 TREMONT ST, Port Orchard, WA 98366

Private

Enrollment

89

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

3.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Washington private schools

#374 of 381

In Port Orchard

#2 of 2

public schools

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Bethany Lutheran Church & Early Learning Center

3.6/10

Elementary School in Port Orchard · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bethany Lutheran Church & Early Learning Center

Bethany Lutheran Church & Early Learning Center is a private elementary school in Port Orchard, WA. Bethany Lutheran Church & Early Learning Center serves approximately 89 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bethany Lutheran Church & Early Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #374 of 381 private schools in WA.

How it compares3.2 pts below WA schools
  • This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 89 students, Bethany Lutheran Church & Early Learning Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Bethany Lutheran Church & Early Learning Center is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Bethany Lutheran Church & Early Learning Center compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Port Orchard, WA

Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
This School
vs
16.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
89
This School
vs
438
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
3.6
This School
vs
7.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 88.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 6.7% vs 0%
Asian 2.2% vs 0%
Black 1.1% vs 0%
Bethany Lutheran Church & Early Learning Center Port Orchard Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Bethany Lutheran Church & Early Learning Center (this school) 3.6
Cedar Heights Middle School 8.7
Kitsap Co Detention Ctr
East Port Orchard Elementary 5.1
Sidney Glen Elementary School 5.6
Explorer Academy 3.6
Marcus Whitman Middle School 6.4
Orchard Heights Elementary 8.1
Hidden Creek Elementary School 5.8
Sunnyslope Elementary School 7.5
Mullenix Ridge Elementary School 8.6
Manchester Elementary School 8.2
South Colby Elementary 8.7
John Sedgwick Middle School 8.2
Burley Glenwood Elementary 7.3
Olalla Elementary School 8.9

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in WA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C 2.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.3 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,134
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 3.0 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 19%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.6 / 10
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Enrollment 89
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in WA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 88.8%
Hispanic 6.7%
Asian 2.2%
Black 1.1%
Native American 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

151 TREMONT ST, Port Orchard, WA 98366

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bethany Lutheran Church & Early Learning Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Orchard Heights Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY STAR OF THE SEA CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Bremerton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hidden Creek Elementary School (rated 5.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Port Orchard, see our Port Orchard schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Cedar Heights Middle School Port Orchard 0.7 mi 8.7
DISCOVERY MONTESSORI Port Orchard 0.7 mi
Kitsap Co Detention Ctr Port Orchard 0.9 mi
Sidney Glen Elementary School Port Orchard 1.4 mi 5.6
East Port Orchard Elementary Port Orchard 1.0 mi 5.1
South Kitsap High School Port Orchard 1.4 mi 5.6
Explorer Academy Port Orchard 1.5 mi 3.6
West Hills S.T.E.M. Academy Bremerton 2.3 mi 5.2
Hidden Creek Elementary School Port Orchard 2.3 mi 5.8
Renaissance Alternative High School Bremerton 2.7 mi 5.0
Special Services Bremerton 2.8 mi
OUR LADY STAR OF THE SEA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bremerton 2.9 mi 6.9
Washington Youth Academy Bremerton 2.5 mi
Naval Avenue Elementary School Bremerton 3.0 mi 5.6
West Sound Technical Skills Center Bremerton 2.9 mi
Marcus Whitman Middle School Port Orchard 2.1 mi 6.4
Discovery Port Orchard 2.2 mi 5.7
Madrona Heights Port Orchard 2.3 mi 5.4
Bremerton High School Bremerton 3.3 mi 3.0
Orchard Heights Elementary Port Orchard 2.3 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98366 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,807

Median Home Value

$449,700

Median Rent

$1,704/mo

Population

37,692

College Educated

26.2%

Homeownership

66%

Avg Commute

32.5 min

Poverty Rate

11%

Median Age

38.4

Similar Schools

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ROOTS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Chelan, WA 3.6
CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bremerton, WA 3.9
ST MATTHEW LUTHERAN SCHOOL Spokane, WA 3.9
K-8 Learning Lab Yakima, WA 4.0
MONROE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Monroe, WA 4.0
FOOTHILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mount Vernon, WA 4.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bethany Lutheran Church & Early Learning Center

What grades does Bethany Lutheran Church & Early Learning Center serve?

Bethany Lutheran Church & Early Learning Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Bethany Lutheran Church & Early Learning Center?

Bethany Lutheran Church & Early Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 89 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bethany Lutheran Church & Early Learning Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Bethany Lutheran Church & Early Learning Center is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Bethany Lutheran Church & Early Learning Center rank in WA?

Bethany Lutheran Church & Early Learning Center ranks #374 of 381 private schools in WA.

What is Bethany Lutheran Church & Early Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Bethany Lutheran Church & Early Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Bethany Lutheran Church & Early Learning Center a private school?

Yes, Bethany Lutheran Church & Early Learning Center is a private coeducational school with a Other Lutheran affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Bethany Lutheran Church & Early Learning Center a religious school?

Bethany Lutheran Church & Early Learning Center has a Other Lutheran religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
89
Gender Split
44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Other Lutheran
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
162 days
Setting
Small City
County
Kitsap County

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