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#289 of 381 private schools in WA

Bethlehem Lutheran School

Elementary School

2505 W 27TH AVE, Kennewick, WA 99337

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

174

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

174

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Washington private schools

#289 of 381

In Kennewick

#2 of 2

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About Bethlehem Lutheran School

Bethlehem Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Kennewick, WA. Bethlehem Lutheran School serves approximately 174 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Bethlehem Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #289 of 381 private schools in WA.

How it compares1.2 pts below WA schools

5.6

This school 5.6 · Average
WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 174 students, Bethlehem Lutheran School 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.

Bethlehem Lutheran School 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 Bethlehem Lutheran School compares to 27 public schools serving similar grades in Kennewick, WA

Student-Teacher Ratio

16.4:1

This School

16.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

174

This School

479

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.6

This School

5.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 67.8% vs 0%

Hispanic 6.9% vs 0%

Black 1.7% vs 0%

Bethlehem Lutheran School Kennewick Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Bethlehem Lutheran School (this school)	—	174	16.4:1	5.6
Horse Heaven Hills Middle School	0.4 mi	850	20.2:1	4.4
Southgate Elementary School	0.8 mi	419	13.5:1	4.5
Canyon View Elementary School	1.0 mi	372	12.4:1	6.3
Chinook Middle School	1.5 mi	919	21.4:1	5.7
Park Middle School	1.5 mi	687	18.1:1	6.3
Cascade Elementary School	1.5 mi	537	16.8:1	4.7
Lincoln Elementary School	1.6 mi	393	12.3:1	7.6
Westgate Elementary School	1.7 mi	430	13:1	8.8
Keewaydin Discovery Center	1.7 mi	167	16.7:1	5.4
Washington Elementary School	1.8 mi	393	13.1:1	4.0
Legacy High School	1.8 mi	238	29.8:1	3.0
Highlands Middle School	1.9 mi	723	16.4:1	5.0
Amistad Elementary School	2.1 mi	848	17.3:1	4.0
Edison Elementary School	2.5 mi	336	11.6:1	5.0
Hawthorne Elementary School	2.6 mi	456	14.2:1	7.8
Mid-Columbia Parent Partnership	2.6 mi	465	35.8:1	4.5
Sage Crest Elementary	2.6 mi	649	18:1	7.0
Fuerza Elementary	2.6 mi	588	15.5:1	7.5
Eastgate Elementary School	2.7 mi	483	14.2:1	4.6
Ridge View Elementary School	3.1 mi	317	13.2:1	8.0

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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

C 2.7 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.4:1

Instructional Commitment

B+ 7.1 / 10

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School Day Length 6.7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,206

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 6.7 / 10

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Diversity Index 47%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.3 / 10

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Enrollment 174

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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 67.8%

Two or More 21.3%

Hispanic 6.9%

Black 1.7%

Native American 1.7%

Pacific Islander 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2505 W 27TH AVE, Kennewick, WA 99337

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bethlehem Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westgate Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hawthorne Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lincoln Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kennewick, see our Kennewick schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Horse Heaven Hills Middle School Kennewick	0.4 mi	850	4.4
Southgate Elementary School Kennewick	0.8 mi	419	4.5
Canyon View Elementary School Kennewick	1.0 mi	372	6.3
Westgate Elementary School Kennewick	1.7 mi	430	8.8
Keewaydin Discovery Center Kennewick	1.7 mi	167	5.4
Park Middle School Kennewick	1.5 mi	687	6.3
Phoenix High School Kennewick	1.8 mi	56	6.4
Cascade Elementary School Kennewick	1.5 mi	537	4.7
Chinook Middle School Kennewick	1.5 mi	919	5.7
Highlands Middle School Kennewick	1.9 mi	723	5.0
Lincoln Elementary School Kennewick	1.6 mi	393	7.6
Legacy High School Kennewick	1.8 mi	238	3.0
Endeavor High School Kennewick	1.8 mi	136	—
ST JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kennewick	2.0 mi	202	7.2
Amistad Elementary School Kennewick	2.1 mi	848	4.0
Washington Elementary School Kennewick	1.8 mi	393	4.0
Kennewick High School Kennewick	2.1 mi	1,929	6.5
Hawthorne Elementary School Kennewick	2.6 mi	456	7.8
Southridge High School Kennewick	1.9 mi	1,643	4.1
Edison Elementary School Kennewick	2.5 mi	336	5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 99337 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$90,227

Median Home Value

$356,700

Median Rent

$1,347/mo

Population

33,080

College Educated

28.5%

Homeownership

87.6%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

8.6%

Median Age

38.7

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Acme Elementary Acme, WA	187	5.6
Broadway Learning Center Longview, WA	153	5.6
Nespelem Elementary Nespelem, WA	126	5.6
Ocean Park Elementary Ocean Park, WA	217	5.6
QUEEN OF ANGELS SCHOOL Port Angeles, WA	125	5.6
ST CHARLES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Spokane, WA	153	5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bethlehem Lutheran School

What grades does Bethlehem Lutheran School serve?

Bethlehem Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Bethlehem Lutheran School?

Bethlehem Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 174 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bethlehem Lutheran School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bethlehem Lutheran School is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Bethlehem Lutheran School rank in WA?

Bethlehem Lutheran School ranks #289 of 381 private schools in WA.

What is Bethlehem Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bethlehem Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Bethlehem Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, Bethlehem Lutheran School is a private coeducational school with a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Bethlehem Lutheran School a religious school?

Bethlehem Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 10 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 29 Some Transit
Bike Score: 28 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 174
Gender Split: 47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 11
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day: 6.7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Small City
County: Benton County
Phone: (509) 582-5624

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