Bethel School District

The Bethel School District in Washington state encompasses 33 schools, including 20 elementary schools, 6 middle schools, 6 high schools, and 1 alternative school, serving a diverse student population. The district exhibits a wide range of academic performance, with standout schools like Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School and Camas Prairie Elementary leading the way in test scores and overall ratings, while other schools struggle to provide equitable educational opportunities for all students.

The data reveals significant disparities in graduation rates, dropout rates, and test scores across the district, with high schools ranging from 73.6% graduation at Challenger High School to 93.6% at Graham Kapowsin High School. Similarly, SBAC English Language Arts scores vary from 35.74% at Frederickson Elementary to 65.71% at Bethel High School. These performance gaps appear to be correlated with socioeconomic factors, as schools with higher rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch tend to have lower academic outcomes.

The data highlights the need for targeted interventions and support to address the disparities within the Bethel School District, particularly for the lower-performing schools and those serving more economically disadvantaged populations. Opportunities exist for collaboration and sharing of best practices among the district's schools to help raise overall academic achievement and provide equitable educational opportunities for all students.