Serving 483 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bethlehem-center Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower 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 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bethlehem-Center El Sch's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 55.3 square miles around Fredericktown, PA. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 8.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bethlehem-center Elementary School's student population of 483 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
483 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Striving to be a great place to work and even better place to learn
School Rankings
Bethlehem-center Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethlehem-center Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1518 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
16%
Black
2%
14%
White
92%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethlehem-center Elementary School's ranking?
Bethlehem-center Elementary School is ranked #1518 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Bethlehem-center Elementary School often compared to?
Bethlehem-center Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Allison Park Elementary School, Bentworth El Center, California Area Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Bethlehem-center Elementary School?
483 students attend Bethlehem-center Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Bethlehem-center Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bethlehem-center Elementary School?
Bethlehem-center Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bethlehem-center Elementary School offer ?
Bethlehem-center Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bethlehem-center Elementary School part of?
Bethlehem-center Elementary School is part of Bethlehem-Center School District.
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