Serving 228 students in grades Kindergarten-5, William Penn 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William Penn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
William Penn Elementary School's student population of 228 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
228 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
William Penn Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William Penn Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1328 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
47%
14%
Black
16%
14%
White
32%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Penn Elementary School's ranking?
William Penn Elementary School is ranked #1328 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are William Penn Elementary School often compared to?
William Penn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Calypso Elementary School, Spring Garden Elementary School, Clearview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend William Penn Elementary School?
228 students attend William Penn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of William Penn Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William Penn Elementary School?
William Penn Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does William Penn Elementary School offer ?
William Penn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is William Penn Elementary School part of?
William Penn Elementary School is part of Bethlehem Area SD School District.
School Reviews
5 5/20/2020
I am proud and blessed that my grandchildren are in this school. They've had excellent support from their teachers, principal and staff. I bless you all for being excellent teachers. Especially to their 2nd and 4th grade teachers.
1 1/29/2020
The principal and guidance counselor and most teachers are below average.
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