Bethel School District

District Overview
Located at One School Street in Bethel, Connecticut, the Bethel School District serves as an active, traditional public school system dedicated to delivering comprehensive educational opportunities from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade. Nestled within a midsize suburban community in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury metropolitan region, the district encompasses five operational school facilities structured to guide students seamlessly through every stage of their academic journey. With an enrollment of over 3,200 students, Bethel fosters an inclusive learning environment marked by a diverse student population, supporting young learners from early childhood development through high school graduation.

To ensure high-quality instruction and individualized care, the district relies on a substantial workforce of more than 1,050 full-time equivalent staff members. This includes a robust instructional team of nearly 495 certified teachers, backed by 86 instructional aides and a comprehensive network of specialized support personnel. This strong staffing context highlights the district's emphasis on student success, academic guidance, and operational excellence. For families, prospective students, and researchers evaluating regional education metrics, the Bethel School District combines a well-resourced suburban framework with accessible administrative leadership.
5
Total Schools
3,227
Total Students
495.0
Full-Time Teachers
6.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Bethel School District
Demographic Student Count
White1,749
Hispanic908
Black147
Asian233
Two or More127
American Indian47
Pacific Islander13
  • White
    1,749 (54.2%)
  • Hispanic
    908 (28.2%)
  • Asian
    233 (7.2%)
  • Black
    147 (4.6%)
  • Two or More
    127 (3.9%)
  • American Indian
    47 (1.5%)
  • Pacific Islander
    13 (0.4%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Bethel School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary3
Middle1
High1
Other0
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:5
Students:3,227*
Teachers (FTE):495.0*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.5
Schools in Bethel School District
Found 5 Schools