Serving 227 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hanover Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hanover Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Hanover Elementary School's student population of 227 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
227 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hanover Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hanover Elementary School is 0.44, which is less 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
#65 out of 2549 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
16%
14%
Black
3%
14%
White
73%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hanover Elementary School's ranking?
Hanover Elementary School is ranked #65 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Hanover Elementary School often compared to?
Hanover Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Asa Packer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Hanover Elementary School?
227 students attend Hanover Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Hanover Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hanover Elementary School?
Hanover Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hanover Elementary School offer ?
Hanover Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hanover Elementary School part of?
Hanover Elementary School is part of Bethlehem Area SD School District.
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