Serving 598 students in grades 4-5, Zephyr Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 48% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Zephyr El Sch's attendance zone covers the entire district in Whitehall, PA, encompassing an area of approximately 13.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Zephyr Elementary School's student population of 598 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
598 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Zephyr 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 Zephyr Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#1287 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
46%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
1%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Zephyr Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zephyr Elementary School's ranking?
Zephyr Elementary School is ranked #1287 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Zephyr Elementary School often compared to?
Zephyr Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Executive Education Academy Charter School, Cetronia School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Zephyr Elementary School?
598 students attend Zephyr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Zephyr Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Zephyr Elementary School?
Zephyr Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Zephyr Elementary School offer ?
Zephyr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Zephyr Elementary School part of?
Zephyr Elementary School is part of Whitehall-Coplay School District.
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