Bethlehem Central Senior High School
- Public
- DELMAR, NY
Public School
Bethlehem Central Senior High School
- grade A+Overall Grade
- Public
- 9-12
- DELMAR, NY
- Rating 4.01 out of 5 210 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A
- Diversitygrade C+
- Teachersgrade A+
- College Prepgrade A
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade A
- Administrationgrade B+
- Sportsgrade A
- Foodgrade B+
- Resources & Facilitiesgrade B+
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
99%
Percent Proficient - Math
99%
Average Graduation Rate
96%
Average SAT
1290
533 responses
Average ACT
30
133 responses
AP Enrollment
33%
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- Cost of Livinggrade B
- Good for Familiesgrade A+
- Housinggrade A minus
Median Household Income
$110,968
National
$69,021Median Rent
$1,372
National
$1,163Median Home Value
$294,600
National
$244,900Culture & Safety
Poll
81%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 16 responsesPoll
75%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 16 responsesStudents
Diversity
grade C+
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
1,444
Free or Reduced Lunch
13%
83%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 24 responses75%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 24 responses88%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 24 responsesTeachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National
17:1Average Teacher Salary
$81,160
Teachers in First/Second Year
6.9%
73%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 33 responses88%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 33 responses82%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 33 responsesClubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade A
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High
Expenses Per Student
$20,794 / year
National
$12,23980%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 35 responses40%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 35 responses69%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 35 responsesSimilar Schools
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Bethlehem Central Senior High School Reviews
Rating 4.01 out of 5 210 reviews
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Overall, I'm very happy with my time spent at BCHS. I had three years of high scoring academics, participation in multiple clubs (SPAS, GSA) and a lot of involvement in the theatre program, which is very strong. BCHS is full of talented teachers and has a strong culture. I have only two complaints. The first is a lack of diversity. I understand that the school is majority white because of where it is situated, but when the school does a climate survey and eighty percent of the students say there's no racism, the school should consider if that's because it is seventy percent white. However, my major issue is that i believe Bethlehem promotes a stress culture that is damaging to many, particularly their honors students. Students aren't just allowed but encouraged to take extra classes (skipping lunch) and to take an overwhelming number of AP classes. Guidance counselors are there to prepare us for college but don't really help or understand our mental health issues. That's all!
I am now a Senior at this school. I studied here for the whole 4 years. There were many people that I really like to talk to. The teachers were nice as well, they really helped me understand the assignments that I need help with. There now are some students here that are a bit mean. Though I really like the environment as well!
Bethlehem gives off a very good impression by being #1 in the capital district, but a lot of students (including myself) feel as if the administration priorities being the best instead of the mental and emotional wellbeing of students. The academics at the school are great, although some classes prove to be very difficult and there is no weighted GPA. If you are choosing to take APs, please be aware of this and be prepared to receive Bs (many teachers will not curve test results).
A lot of the teachers are genuinely great and understanding, but there are some who pushed their political viewpoints in class. There are a lot of various different classes to take and clubs to participate in. The school does a great job of preparing you for college and its expectations.
As for the students, it's typical high school students, but some are cutthroat and only think about academics.
Compare to other schools, Bethlehem definitely stands out, but be prepared for rigorous classes.
A lot of the teachers are genuinely great and understanding, but there are some who pushed their political viewpoints in class. There are a lot of various different classes to take and clubs to participate in. The school does a great job of preparing you for college and its expectations.
As for the students, it's typical high school students, but some are cutthroat and only think about academics.
Compare to other schools, Bethlehem definitely stands out, but be prepared for rigorous classes.