For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 245 students in Bethany, MO.
The top ranked public middle school in Bethany, MO is South Harrison Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bethany, MO public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in Bethany have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best Middle Schools in Bethany, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Harrison Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3400 Bulldog Ave
Bethany, MO 64424
(660) 425-7467
Bethany, MO 64424
(660) 425-7467
Grades: 5-8
| 245 students
Rank: n/an/a
North Central Career Center
Vocational School
1401 Daily Rd
Bethany, MO 64424
(660) 425-2196
Bethany, MO 64424
(660) 425-2196
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in Bethany, MO?
The top ranked public middle schools in Bethany, MO include South Harrison Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Bethany?
2 public middle schools are located in Bethany.
What is the racial composition of students in Bethany?
Bethany public middle schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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