Serving 396 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Northwestern Lehigh Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Northwestern Lehigh El Sch serves the northwest part of New Tripoli, PA, covering an attendance area of approximately 58.7 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edges of the zone located about 8.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwestern Lehigh Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Northwestern Lehigh Elementary School's student population of 396 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
396 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northwestern Lehigh 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 Northwestern Lehigh Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#1203 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
92%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwestern Lehigh Elementary School's ranking?
Northwestern Lehigh Elementary School is ranked #1203 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Northwestern Lehigh Elementary School often compared to?
Northwestern Lehigh Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weisenberg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Northwestern Lehigh Elementary School?
396 students attend Northwestern Lehigh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Northwestern Lehigh Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwestern Lehigh Elementary School?
Northwestern Lehigh Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northwestern Lehigh Elementary School offer ?
Northwestern Lehigh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northwestern Lehigh Elementary School part of?
Northwestern Lehigh Elementary School is part of Northwestern Lehigh School District.
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