Serving 477 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Governor Wolf Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Governor Wolf Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Governor Wolf Elementary School's student population of 477 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Governor Wolf Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Governor Wolf Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#335 out of 2549 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
38%
14%
Black
10%
14%
White
47%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Governor Wolf Elementary School's ranking?
Governor Wolf Elementary School is ranked #335 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Governor Wolf Elementary School?
477 students attend Governor Wolf Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Governor Wolf Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Governor Wolf Elementary School?
Governor Wolf Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Governor Wolf Elementary School offer ?
Governor Wolf Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Governor Wolf Elementary School part of?
Governor Wolf Elementary School is part of Bethlehem Area SD School District.
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