School Overview
Bethel High School, located in Spanaway, Washington, serves as a cornerstone of the Bethel School District. As a large public secondary institution, it provides a comprehensive academic program designed to prepare students for post-secondary success through a blend of rigorous core coursework, career and technical education (CTE) pathways, and various elective opportunities. The school is deeply integrated into the local community, emphasizing a culture of school spirit and student engagement through its mascot, the Brave, and a variety of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and student-led clubs.

The school’s mission focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment that promotes both academic excellence and personal growth. With a commitment to inclusivity, Bethel High School strives to meet the diverse needs of its student body by offering specialized resources and support services to ensure all learners have the tools necessary to graduate. By bridging traditional classroom instruction with practical, real-world experience, the school aims to cultivate responsible citizens who are prepared to contribute effectively to their community and the broader workforce upon graduation.
1,688
Total Students
78.3
Full-Time Teachers
21.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
50.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Bethel High School
Demographic Student Count
White716
Hispanic392
Black102
Asian63
Two or More308
American Indian15
Pacific Islander84
  • White
    716 (42.6%)
  • Hispanic
    392 (23.3%)
  • Two or More
    308 (18.3%)
  • Black
    102 (6.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    84 (5.0%)
  • Asian
    63 (3.7%)
  • American Indian
    15 (0.9%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Bethel School District
Phone: (253)800-7000
Website: http://bhs.bethelsd.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,688
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 78.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 21.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 685
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 173
Grades Taught
Grade 9 481
Grade 10 463
Grade 11 405
Grade 12 339

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Bethel High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9481
Grade 10463
Grade 11405
Grade 12339
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Bethel High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female83649.5%
Male84450%
Not Specified80.5%
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