Serving 432 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Governor Wolf Elementary School ranks in the top 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 39% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Governor Wolf Elementary School serves the northeast part of Bethlehem, PA, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive time of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.7 miles away.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Governor Wolf Elementary School's student population of 432 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
432 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Governor Wolf Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Governor Wolf Elementary School is 0.64, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1315 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
41%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
11%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
43%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #1315 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Governor Wolf Elementary School often compared to?
Governor Wolf Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freemansburg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Governor Wolf Elementary School?
432 students attend Governor Wolf Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Governor Wolf Elementary School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Governor Wolf Elementary School?
Governor Wolf Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Governor Wolf Elementary School part of?
Governor Wolf Elementary School is part of Bethlehem Area School District.
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