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2 schools in Bethany

Illinois · Public K-12

Of the public K-12 schools operating across Illinois, 2 sit inside Bethany, collectively enrolling about 332 students (1 elementary and 1 high).

7-year change in Bethany

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
332
-28 (-8%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
96%
was 96%
% Black
2%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Okaw Valley Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-04170
Okaw Valley High SchoolHigh09-12162

About Bethany

Bethany, Illinois is home to 2 public schools, with combined enrollment of approximately 332 students. By school count, it is a rural-scale city.

On the level-by-level breakdown, the city spans 1 elementary, and 1 high.

Schools in Bethany average about 166 students each, 65% below the Illinois norm.

Over the past 7-year window. Total public-school enrollment in Bethany has declined 8% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 360 students to 332.

On this page, the community for Bethany discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Discussions cut across districts, schools, and grade levels.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Bethany, Illinois?
There are 2 public K-12 schools in Bethany, with a combined enrollment of about 332.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Bethany?
Bethany has 1 elementary, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Bethany?
Okaw Valley Elementary School is the largest public school in Bethany by enrollment, with approximately 170 students.
What school districts serve Bethany?
Bethany public schools are operated by Okaw Valley CUSD 302.
What grade levels do public schools in Bethany cover?
Public schools in Bethany serve students from pre-K through grade 12.