Serving 205 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hanover Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Hanover El Sch serves the northwest part of Bethlehem, PA, within an attendance zone that covers approximately 1.1 square miles. Families in this area can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hanover Elementary School's student population of 205 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
205 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hanover Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hanover Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#240 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
17%
16%
Black
3%
14%
White
74%
60%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 #240 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Hanover Elementary School?
205 students attend Hanover Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Hanover Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hanover Elementary School?
Hanover Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hanover Elementary School offer ?
Hanover Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hanover Elementary School part of?
Hanover Elementary School is part of Bethlehem Area School District.
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