Clarence M Gockley Elementary School

2940 Macarthur Road
Whitehall, PA 18052
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Clarence M Gockley Elementary School serves 574 students in grades Kindergarten-1. 
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-1
  • Enrollment: 574 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 62%
  • : Clarence M Gockley Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Whitehall, PA, encompassing approximately 13.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.3 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.9 miles.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Clarence M Gockley Elementary School's student population of 574 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
574 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

School Rankings

The diversity score of Clarence M Gockley Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (PA)
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
5%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
42%
16%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓

Black
9%
14%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
38%
60%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
6%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
62%
0.67

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
20.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
59%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
1%

Showing 2013–2022. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

School Mascot
Zephyrs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Clarence M Gockley Elementary School often compared to?
Clarence M Gockley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hopewell Elementary School, Cetronia School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Clarence M Gockley Elementary School?
574 students attend Clarence M Gockley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Clarence M Gockley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clarence M Gockley Elementary School?
Clarence M Gockley Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clarence M Gockley Elementary School offer ?
Clarence M Gockley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clarence M Gockley Elementary School part of?
Clarence M Gockley Elementary School is part of Whitehall-Coplay School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-1
  • Enrollment: 574 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 62%
  • : Clarence M Gockley Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Whitehall, PA, encompassing approximately 13.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.3 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.9 miles.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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