Serving 314 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Asa Packer Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% 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: 314 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Asa Packer Elementary School's student population of 314 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
314 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Asa Packer 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 Asa Packer 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
#757 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
21%
16%
Black
7%
14%
White
66%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Bethlehem Area School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Asa Packer Elementary School's ranking?
Asa Packer Elementary School is ranked #757 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Asa Packer Elementary School often compared to?
Asa Packer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hanover Elementary School, Lehigh Valley Academy Regional Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Asa Packer Elementary School?
314 students attend Asa Packer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Asa Packer Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Asa Packer Elementary School?
Asa Packer Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Asa Packer Elementary School offer ?
Asa Packer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Asa Packer Elementary School part of?
Asa Packer Elementary School is part of Bethlehem Area School District.
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