Serving 606 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Muhlenberg Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Muhlenberg El Sch serves the west part of Allentown, PA, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school from within the attendance zone, which extends about 1.4 miles from its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Muhlenberg Elementary School's student population of 606 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
606 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Muhlenberg 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 Muhlenberg Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#2094 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
67%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
8%
3%
Showing 2007–2016. Full 17-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 Muhlenberg Elementary School's ranking?
Muhlenberg Elementary School is ranked #2094 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Muhlenberg Elementary School often compared to?
Muhlenberg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cetronia School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Muhlenberg Elementary School?
606 students attend Muhlenberg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Muhlenberg Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Muhlenberg Elementary School?
Muhlenberg Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Muhlenberg Elementary School offer ?
Muhlenberg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Muhlenberg Elementary School part of?
Muhlenberg Elementary School is part of Allentown City School District.
In what neighborhood is Muhlenberg Elementary School located?
Muhlenberg Elementary School is located in the West End Theatre District neighborhood of Allentown, PA.
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