Bethel School District 82

Bethel School District 82 in Illinois has only one school, Bethel Grade School, which serves students from pre-kindergarten through 8th grade. With a total enrollment of 145 students, the school faces some academic and demographic challenges, including lower-than-average proficiency rates in certain subjects and a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch.

Bethel Grade School's academic performance on state assessments is mixed, with some grade levels and subject areas performing better than the state average, while others struggle, particularly in Mathematics. The school's proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Science have been more consistent, with some grades exceeding the state average. However, the school's chronic absenteeism rate of 25.4% in 2024-2025 is significantly higher than the state average, which can negatively impact student learning and outcomes.

Demographically, Bethel Grade School serves a student population with a high percentage of low-income families, with 73.1% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2023-2024. This socioeconomic factor may contribute to the school's academic challenges and the need for additional support and resources. The school's ranking and rating from SchoolDigger have fluctuated over the past few years, ranging from 858 (3 stars) in 2023-2024 to 1,147 (2 stars) in 2022-2023, indicating inconsistent performance.