Serving 1,005 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lehighton Area Elementary Center ranks in the bottom 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 40% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,005 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lehighton Area Elementary Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lehighton Area Elementary Center's student population of 1,005 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,005 students
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
School Rankings
Lehighton Area Elementary Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lehighton Area Elementary Center is 0.33, 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
#1724 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
11%
16%
Black
2%
14%
White
81%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lehighton Area Elementary Center's ranking?
Lehighton Area Elementary Center is ranked #1724 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Lehighton Area Elementary Center?
1,005 students attend Lehighton Area Elementary Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Lehighton Area Elementary Center students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lehighton Area Elementary Center?
Lehighton Area Elementary Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lehighton Area Elementary Center offer ?
Lehighton Area Elementary Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lehighton Area Elementary Center part of?
Lehighton Area Elementary Center is part of Lehighton Area School District.
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