Serving 328 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Towamensing Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Towamensing Elementary School serves the northern part of Lehighton, PA, encompassing an area of approximately 34.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Towamensing Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Towamensing Elementary School's student population of 328 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
328 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
Towamensing 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 Towamensing Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#812 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
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)9.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Blue Bombers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Towamensing Elementary School's ranking?
Towamensing Elementary School is ranked #812 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Towamensing Elementary School?
328 students attend Towamensing Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Towamensing Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Towamensing Elementary School?
Towamensing Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Towamensing Elementary School offer ?
Towamensing Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Towamensing Elementary School part of?
Towamensing Elementary School is part of Palmerton Area School District.
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