School Overview
Bethlehem Central Middle School (BCMS), located in Delmar, New York, serves students in grades 6 through 8 within the Bethlehem Central School District. Known for its strong academic reputation and commitment to student development, the school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to bridge the transition from elementary school to the more rigorous environment of high school. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to learning, balancing core academic subjects—such as English, math, science, and social studies—with a wide array of elective opportunities and extracurricular activities that allow students to explore their personal interests.

Beyond the classroom, BCMS places a significant focus on the social and emotional growth of its middle schoolers. The school fosters a supportive community atmosphere, encouraging students to participate in clubs, athletics, and fine arts programs to build leadership and social skills. With its location in the suburban Delmar area, the school benefits from strong parental involvement and a district-wide dedication to excellence, ensuring that students have access to modern resources and technology to prepare them for their future educational endeavors.
923
Total Students
80.1
Full-Time Teachers
11.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
16.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for BETHLEHEM CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White764
Hispanic37
Black20
Asian57
Two or More44
American Indian1
  • White
    764 (82.8 %)
  • Asian
    57 (6.2 %)
  • Two or More
    44 (4.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    37 (4.0 %)
  • Black
    20 (2.2 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: BETHLEHEM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (518)439-7460
Website: http://www.bethlehemschools.org/middle
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 923
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 80.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 144
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 6
Grades Taught
Grade 6 297
Grade 7 285
Grade 8 335
Ungraded 6

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for BETHLEHEM CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 6297
Grade 7285
Grade 8335
Ungraded6
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for BETHLEHEM CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female43447%
Male48953%