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.
1,739
Total Students
79.7
Full-Time Teachers
21.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
49.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Bethel High School
Demographic Student Count
White832
Hispanic369
Black110
Asian54
Two or More259
American Indian15
Pacific Islander88
  • White
    832 (48.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    369 (21.4 %)
  • Two or More
    259 (15.0 %)
  • Black
    110 (6.4 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    88 (5.1 %)
  • Asian
    54 (3.1 %)
  • 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: 1,739
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 79.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 21.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 685
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 173
Grades Taught
Grade 9 491
Grade 10 428
Grade 11 392
Grade 12 428

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Bethel High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9491
Grade 10428
Grade 11392
Grade 12428
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Bethel High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female80146.1%
Male92653.2%
Not Specified120.7%
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