Serving 808 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Colonel John Siegfried Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 56% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 808 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Colonel John Siegfried Elementary School serves the southern part of its district in Northampton, PA, covering an area of approximately 11.2 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being around 1.9 miles and the furthest point located 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colonel John Siegfried Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Colonel John Siegfried Elementary School's student population of 808 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
808 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Colonel John Siegfried Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colonel John Siegfried Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#633 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colonel John Siegfried Elementary School's ranking?
Colonel John Siegfried Elementary School is ranked #633 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Colonel John Siegfried Elementary School?
808 students attend Colonel John Siegfried Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Colonel John Siegfried Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colonel John Siegfried Elementary School?
Colonel John Siegfried Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Colonel John Siegfried Elementary School offer ?
Colonel John Siegfried Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Colonel John Siegfried Elementary School part of?
Colonel John Siegfried Elementary School is part of Northampton Area School District.
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