Bethlehem Central School District has long been recognized as one of upstate New York's finest. In 1998, our High School was named one of the top 100 in the nation by Newsweek Magazine; more recently, The New York Times ranked three of our elementary schools among the top 25 in the State, based on third grade reading scores. Each year, more than three-quarters of our seniors further their education at four-year colleges. Curriculum is progressive, as our schools embrace the importance of technology in learning and prepare our students to meet the State's new, more rigorous Regents requirements.

 

The Bethlehem Schools offer rigorous academic preparation for college and career bound students. A wide range of electives in the arts and humanities, sciences and occupational education allow a program tailored to individual interests and needs.

Bethlehem's district consists of five elementary schools (K-5), a Middle School (6-8), and one High School. St. Thomas Parochial school welcomes both Catholic and non-Catholic students in grades K-8. Guilderland Central and Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk also provide education for some students within the Town of Bethlehem. Private preschools enroll many children each year in Bethlehem.

Our schools offer a variety of services. There is an elementary guidance program designed for all students offering preventative and developmental assistance. Classroom presentation as well as individual and group counseling are also available. Students in grades 6-12 are assigned guidance counselors who administer standardized tests, and provide academic and personal counseling to students and their parents. Bus transportation is provided to all elementary school students and those in grades 6-12 who live a specified distance from their schools.

To insure a well rounded education, the schools offer numerous opportunities including sports, music, drama, student government, student publications and clubs for business students.