GRAFTON BETHEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Grafton Bethel Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the York County Public Schools school district, located in Grafton, VA with about 632 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 33 teachers, Grafton Bethel Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Grafton Bethel Elementary School, located in Grafton, Virginia, serves as a cornerstone of the local York County School Division. Situated at 410 Lakeside Drive, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to fostering a supportive and academically rigorous environment for students in the elementary grades. It emphasizes a well-rounded education that balances core academic subjects like literacy and mathematics with opportunities for social and emotional development, aiming to prepare students for the transition to middle school and beyond.
The school is known for its strong community involvement and the active role of its faculty in tailoring instruction to meet diverse learning needs. By utilizing modern pedagogical tools and maintaining a focus on character education, Grafton Bethel strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where students feel encouraged to explore their interests. As part of the broader York County school system, it benefits from district-wide resources and high standards of excellence, making it a pivotal institution for families in the Grafton area seeking a stable and effective educational foundation for their children.
For more information, contact Grafton Bethel Elementary at (757) 898-0350 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Grafton, VA 23692
(757) 898-0350
GRAFTON BETHEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Grafton, VA with about 632 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Virginia
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- York County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 632
- Teachers:
- 33
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 632 students
- White
- 68.7%
- Two or more races
- 10.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 8.4%
- Black or African American
- 7.1%
- Asian
- 5.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 52.1%
- Male
- 47.9%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.